Hawksbill Sea Turtle Identification From Shell Pattern - 4K 影片檔

A critically endangered hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) turns from a bubble coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) colony to swim toward open water on an Andaman Sea reef, its rear view revealing the overlapping scute pattern that gives the species its name. Algae patches are visible across the carapace, a natural accumulation on wild turtles rather than a sign of poor health. Each scute pattern is distinct enough for photo identification. 4K, wide angle, vertical medium shot, rear view, scuba diver POV. Andaman Sea, Krabi Province, Thailand.