Ever wonder how sea turtles mate? 🐢💙🐢 It all happens in the ocean & never on land! Males spend their entire lives at sea & only the females return to shore to nest. Males cling tightly to females, sometimes for hours, & it’s not uncommon for multiple males to compete for the same partner. Female sea turtles are incredible & can store sperm from more than one male & use it to fertilize several clutches of eggs throughout the season! #multiplebabydaddies 🐢🐢🐢 Though usually silent, turtles ha

Have you ever wondered how snapping turtles mate? We got you. As waters begin to warm, so do the hearts of snapping turtles. Mating can occur during spring through fall - eggs are usually laid in summer. The female snapper can store the male's sperm for several seasons, using it when necessary to fertilize her eggs. These gnarly scavengers are a vital part of healthy wetlands and aquatic habitats, and they aren’t shy about sharing their business. Video: Erin Huggins/USFWS Video description: A ma