Why Do Barnacles Attach to Turtles? Reasons and Risks Revealed
Have you ever wondered why sea turtles have a shell covered in barnacles? These creatures are crustaceans that attach themselves to the turtle’s carapace for protection and transportation. The most common species of barnacles found on sea turtles is Chelonibia testudinaria, which can also attach to boat hulls, whales, and other organisms in the sea….