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Dive Deep into the Magic of the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle: The Honu
Inspired by Lina’s summer in Hawaii, Lina and Alissa take listeners on a deep dive into the fascinating world of the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, also known as the Honu. In this episode, they share firsthand snorkeling adventures—including a close encounter with a jellyfish—while exploring the unique characteristics that make the Honu a true marvel of the ocean.
Discover how these majestic creatures, the largest hard-shelled sea turtles in the world, symbolize longevity, endurance, and wisdom. Learn about their endangered status and how you can play a part in their preservation. Lina and Alissa delve into the Honu’s migration patterns, nesting and reproduction habits, basking behavior, and the critical role sand temperature plays in determining their sex.
The conversation also explores the influence of Hawaiian culture and sea turtles on popular Disney movies like Moana and Finding Nemo, highlighting how these films draw inspiration from the natural beauty and traditions of the islands.
If you've ever dreamed of underwater adventures or want to impress with your Honu knowledge, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll come away as an expert on their lifespan, weight, diet, and more.
But that's not all—Lina and Alissa also dish on the hottest books, shows, and movies of the summer, including the buzzworthy controversy surrounding Colleen Hoover’s novel It Ends With Us and its upcoming film adaptation starring Blake Lively. Don’t miss out on this captivating episode!
Trivia Questions:
Other things mentioned in the episode:
“I like turtles” vine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWotO76SuXE
Emergencies call: Marine wildlife emergencies for ALL Hawaiian Islands: NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Hawaiʻi marine animal emergency hotline 888.256.9840
Enemy in Paris Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Q9QC4JfYw3yZ8UUgxYqAL?si=a882434986b44261
One Year Ago In Spain by Evelyn Skye: https://www.amazon.com/One-Year-Ago-Spain-Novel/dp/0593499271
Bye Baby by Carola Lovering: https://www.amazon.com/Bye-Baby-Novel-Carola-Lovering/dp/125028936X
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Sources:
Bishop Museum
Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel
OliveRidleyProject
Maui Ocean Center
Hawaii Wildlife Fund
Light pollution
Friends of Midway Atoll
Endangered Species
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles Threatened Species
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By Lina OsofskyInspired by Lina’s summer in Hawaii, Lina and Alissa take listeners on a deep dive into the fascinating world of the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, also known as the Honu. In this episode, they share firsthand snorkeling adventures—including a close encounter with a jellyfish—while exploring the unique characteristics that make the Honu a true marvel of the ocean.
Discover how these majestic creatures, the largest hard-shelled sea turtles in the world, symbolize longevity, endurance, and wisdom. Learn about their endangered status and how you can play a part in their preservation. Lina and Alissa delve into the Honu’s migration patterns, nesting and reproduction habits, basking behavior, and the critical role sand temperature plays in determining their sex.
The conversation also explores the influence of Hawaiian culture and sea turtles on popular Disney movies like Moana and Finding Nemo, highlighting how these films draw inspiration from the natural beauty and traditions of the islands.
If you've ever dreamed of underwater adventures or want to impress with your Honu knowledge, this episode is a must-listen. You’ll come away as an expert on their lifespan, weight, diet, and more.
But that's not all—Lina and Alissa also dish on the hottest books, shows, and movies of the summer, including the buzzworthy controversy surrounding Colleen Hoover’s novel It Ends With Us and its upcoming film adaptation starring Blake Lively. Don’t miss out on this captivating episode!
Trivia Questions:
Other things mentioned in the episode:
“I like turtles” vine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWotO76SuXE
Emergencies call: Marine wildlife emergencies for ALL Hawaiian Islands: NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Hawaiʻi marine animal emergency hotline 888.256.9840
Enemy in Paris Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Q9QC4JfYw3yZ8UUgxYqAL?si=a882434986b44261
One Year Ago In Spain by Evelyn Skye: https://www.amazon.com/One-Year-Ago-Spain-Novel/dp/0593499271
Bye Baby by Carola Lovering: https://www.amazon.com/Bye-Baby-Novel-Carola-Lovering/dp/125028936X
If you enjoyed this episode please submit a positive rating on Spotify and share the episode with a friend! Your support will help us grow our podcast and enable us to continue doing what we love: learning more trivia and sharing with our L.I.T. community!
Have a future episode topic request? Fill out the form here!
Let’s connect!
Follow us on Instagram: @LearnedInTriviaPodcast
Join our Facebook group: Learned In Trivia Podcast Community
Sources:
Bishop Museum
Ultimate Whale Watch and Snorkel
OliveRidleyProject
Maui Ocean Center
Hawaii Wildlife Fund
Light pollution
Friends of Midway Atoll
Endangered Species
Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles Threatened Species