Question

Which of these qualities did not lead humans to exploit sea turtles to near-extinction?


A.
Their meat is a delicacy.


B.
They can survive without food or water for long periods of time.


C.
They are immobile while on their back.


D.
They are easy to catch on beaches.


E.
Nesting females are attracted to lights.

Answer 1

E. Nesting females are attracted to lights.

Nearly all species of sea turtles are classified as endangered. But since the Endangered Species Act of 1973 it's gotten better.

They were slaughtered for their eggs, meat, skin and shells. Sea turtles also suffer from poaching and over-exploitation. Along with the destruction of their habitat and accidentally getting caught in fishing gear. If turtles were to ever go extinct, seagrasses would eventually die off and not only would it affect marine life it would eventually affect human life.