Thank you educator Khrystyne Jamerson for this video. Khrystyne took video of a nesting leatherback mama while interning in Ghana. To read lots of fun facts about leatherbacks go to: http://www.seaturtleinc.org/education/about-sea-turtles/leatherback/ | Sea Turtle, Inc

Many sea turtle species can and do eat jellyfish. The leatherback turtle, in particular, is known for its gelatinivorous diet, primarily consisting of jellyfish and sea squirts. Some sea turtles, like flatback turtles, have a more diverse diet that includes both plants and animals, such as jellyfish, seaweed, shrimp, and crabs.Specialized Papillae: Turtles have spiny points (papillae) in their mouths and stomachs that help them to grip and move jellyfish down into their digestive system. Thick S