Are loggerhead turtles endangered?
No, the loggerhead sea turtle is certainly not endangered.The loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) is the world's most-studied and well-known sea-turtle.It is the only member of the genus Caretta. The genus name "Caretta" is the Latin equivalent of the French word "caret", meaning turtle, tortoise, or sea turtle.Adult loggerhead sea turtles weigh from 170 to 350 pounds (77 to 160 kg) and measure 31 to 45 inches (79 to 110 cm). Their shell is a reddish brown color, and their skin ranges from yellow to brown.The name loggerhead comes from their disproportionately large head. The loggerhead sea turtle also holds the title of the world's largest hard-shelled turtle.