How long does it take for a turtle to mature and lay eggs?
On average, scientists believe Green and Hawksbill turtles in the wild take between 30 to 40 years to reach maturity. That means that the turtles that return to lay eggs today in the Maldives were born here many years ago. Imagine the shock they get when they emerge to find brightly lit resorts, ports and a thriving city!
