Hawksbill Sea Turtle Facts, Pictures & Information: Critically Endangered

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) with broken shell sitting on coral

This chill sea creature is called the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). The name hawksbill refers to their narrow, pointed beak which is distinctively hook-shaped compared to other turtle species. Hawksbills can be found in the coastal waters of more than 108 countries and are ecologically significant defenders of reef ecosystems, dutifully munching on sponges that might otherwise compete with coral. Unfortunately, as is the case for many sea turtles, hawksbills are classified as cr