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Turtle food

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The Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) may look tough but there is a reason why the jellyfish is its favourite food. Unlike their snapping turtle relatives, these reptiles have a very weak jaw and soft jellyfish make a perfect snack.

Flickr Credit: RedJamJar
Flickr Credit: RedJamJar

http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Dermochelyidae.html\

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