Synopsis of Biological Data on the Green Turtle in the Hawaiian Islands

摘要

The green turtle, Chelonia mydas, is the principal marine turtle species in the Hawaiian Islands. The purpose of this synopsis is to bring together all of the biological information presently known on the population (as of September 1979) and focus attention on future research needs. The unique behavioral and population characteristics of Hawaiian Chelonia detailed in this synopsis also served to emphasize the excellent research opportunities for gaining information applicable to all green turtle populations.