Stunning Guyana photography from Andrew Snyder

Stunning Guyana photography from Andrew Snyder

The mouth and esophagus of the leatherback turtle are a perfect example of how an animal can become adapted to its diet and habitat. When the turtle consumes jellyfish (and it must eat many, as jellyfish have low nutritional value), the esophagus stores both the jellyfish and the seawater that have been swallowed. However, to prevent the stomach filling with water, the seawater must be expelled. So how does this happen?
The answer lies in the backwards-pointing spikes you see in the mouth of the turtle, which continue down the esophagus and grow progressively larger. As the muscles of the esophagus squeeze the seawater out, the spines keep the jellyfish in place. Once all the water has been expelled the jellyfish are then passed into the stomach. This strange adaptation is one of many that have kept this magnificent species in existence for 90 million years.

 

Leatherback turtles are regularly seen in Guyana at Shell Beach, Galibi in French Guiana , Wanshishia (Marijkedorp) in Surname,  also along the coast of Dominica. We offer  tours to all these remote and stunning destinations – use the chat tab at the bottom of this page to find out more or send us an email with your questions!

Tourist taking photo of Kaieteur Falls

The Magnificence of Kaieteur Falls

Key Highlights Kaieteur Falls is one of the world’s tallest single-drop waterfalls at nearly 750 feet. The waterfall is in the Kaieteur National Park in Guyana, South America. Kaieteur Falls is surrounded by the Amazon rainforest, which boasts unparalleled biodiversity.

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The Otter Lady

The Otter Lady

The Otter Lady Those were, of course, different times, so perhaps the way in which Diane McTurk found her herself at the forefront of ‘ecotourism’ in Guyana might not happen in the same way today. Nonetheless, she was in many

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Kim Chong

Accounts Assistant

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Kim Chong
Accounts Assistant
Kim Chong
Kim is an accounts assistant working for WE in our Georgetown office. With a passion for adventure, she loves exploring nature and observing wildlife, which fuels her enthusiasm for the industry. Though she has been in the tourism sector for less than a year, Kim is eager to immerse herself fully in this dynamic field. Her dedication to her work and her love for travel inspire her to contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission of creating unforgettable experiences for travelers.
Kim Chong

Accounts Assistant

Get in Touch with Kim Chong