Green Sea Turtle - 274329

Did you know that green sea turtles aren't named for the color of their skin or shell? Their name is actually earned from the color of the fat inside their body, which has a distinct green coloration! One of the largest species of sea turtle, they can be found in every ocean. Scientific name: chelonia mydasli Characteristics: hand painted and meticulously crafted by our experts with the utmost attention to detail, this green sea turtle figurine is a beneficial teaching aid, cute piece of decor for your home or work desk, a great addition to an aquatic wildlife diorama, or even a fun toy for play. Sea turtles are both gentle and docile, so feel free to swim alongside this beautiful buddy! Size and color: 3.58 inches long and 3.5 inches wide, both dimensions of this figurine are a little larger than the height of a deck of cards stood upright. Although their skin can sometimes have a very slight greenish hue, green sea turtles are predominantly a brownish tan and olive color.