Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle
Turtles & Tortoises

Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle

Lepidochelys kempii

Habitat

Coastal shallows and sandy bay bottoms.

Range

Gulf of Mexico and North Atlantic coast.

Adult Size

Up to 28 in (Up to 70 cm)

Diet

Crabs and mollusks

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Conservation status:Critically Endangered
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Desert / Arid Bioactive Setup

Recommended local flora and fauna for recreating Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle's natural habitat in a bio-active enclosure.

Cleanup Crew (Fauna)

Substrate Mix

60% playsand, 30% organic topsoil, 10% excavator clay. Top with rocks and dry bark.

Setup Notes

Keep substrate mostly dry with a humid microclimate under a rock or in a burrow. Provide deep substrate (4-6 in) for burrowing. Ensure excellent drainage and a warm basking spot.

๐ŸŒฑ Why Bioactive?

Bio-active enclosures use living plants and microfauna to create a self-sustaining ecosystem. The cleanup crew breaks down waste, eliminates odors, and enriches the soil โ€” reducing maintenance while providing a naturalistic, enriching environment for your Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle.