ClimateAugust 16, 2026
hawksbills
HAWKS-bilz
Definition
A species of sea turtle named for its narrow, pointed beak that resembles the bill of a hawk.
Etymology
The name is a compound derived from the Middle English 'hawk' and 'bill,' descriptive of the animal's sharp, curved upper jaw which helps it forage for food in coral reefs.
In the news
The article mentions hawksbills as one of the several sea turtle species that have been successfully rescued through the Responsible Pier Initiative.
Florida sets record for sea turtle nests but Trump move could stall recovery
Read the full article ↗The Guardian