Temperature dependence of sexual differentiation in sea turtles: implications for conservation practices

摘要: Abstract Data on the effect of incubation temperature eggs sexual differentiation in turtles are briefly reviewed. A change 1–2°C can make a considerable difference to sex ratio hatchlings. Current conservation methods include styrofoam boxes above ground, establishment central hatcheries, reduced clutch sizes and egg harvesting only during certain seasons. The thermal aspects these practices analysed. It is concluded that runs risk masculinising turtle populations, other may ways cannot yet be specified. More work this problem urgently needed before unevaluated become accepted procedures.