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#Mermay day 25: Green Sea Turtle (Endangered)

They are one of the largest sea turtles being up to 5 ft long and can weigh up to 700 pounds

Lights near or on beaches can be fatal to hatchlings since they are attracted to the light which draws them away from the water #Mermay2018

#Mermay day 21 late: Black-Faced Spoonbill (Endangered)

It is a small wading bird reaching up to 2.493 feet.
They are found on the East Asian coast. Habitat destruction is most likely their greatest threat. Pollution from pesticides is another contributor. #Mermay2018

#Mermay day 16 late: Red Stumpnose (Endangered)

Also known as Miss Lucy. They are endemic to South Africa and are slow growing and long-living.

One major threat to the species is localized overexploitation by recreational and commercial linefishers. #mermay2018

#Mermay day 15 late: Erect-Crested Penguin (Endangered)

They are native to New Zealand. Unlike other crested penguins, they are able to raise and lower their yellow crest feathers. There's a lack of data regarding causes of the population's decline. #Mermay2018

#Mermay day 14 late: Atlantic Humpbacked Dolphin (Critically Endangered)

They prefer shallow waters that are close to the shore such as mangrove channels, river deltas, and bay areas.

Human activities threaten the species with fisheries being the greatest threat. #Mermay2018

#Mermay day 13 late: Caspian Seal (Endangered)

They are found only in the Caspian Sea. Pups are usually born on the ice and cannot get into the water until they molt.

Recently, the by-catch of seals by illegal Sturgeon fisheries has been a major cause of mortality. #mermay2018

#Mermay day 12: Whale Shark (Endangered)

Whale sharks are the world's largest living fish. Each one has a unique pattern of spots. WWF has identified 458 whale sharks in the Philippines. 🐋🦈

I finished most of this yesterday but it was late. #mermay2018

#Mermay day 9 late: Knysna Seahorse

Also known as Cape Seahorse, they are endangered. They inhabit three estuaries in South Africa. #Mermay2018

#Mermay day 8 late: Jerdon's Baril

They are also known as Mirror Fish. They are endangered freshwater fish that are generally found in India. 🇮🇳🐟 #Mermay2018

#Mermay Day 7 Late: Smoothtooth Blacktip Shark

A bite of ramen 🍜 They are endangered and can be up to 3.9 feet long. #Mermay2018