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What makes leatherblack sea turtle different from their reptilian relatives?

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what makes leatherback sea turtles different from their reptilian relatives?

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Unlike their reptilian relatives, leatherbacks are able to maintain warm body temperatures in cold water by using a unique set of adaptations that allows them to both generate and retain body heat. These adaptations include large body size, changes in swimming activity and blood flow, and a thick layer of fat.

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