Why Are Loggerhead Sea Turtles Called Loggerheads?

Loggerhead turtles were named
because of their over-sized heads.
'Loggerhead' is a term that refers
to that same characteristic.
(It's also a long spoon-like tool
used to stir hot tar
It can mean 'dolt'.as well.)

Because of thier very large heads.They are the worlds largest shelled turtles

Maybe someone saw them and thought they looked just like loggers - or maybe logs?

Loggerheads were named for their large heads, which have powerful jaws and enable them to feed on hard-shelled prey, such as whelks and conch.

Because of their big log shaped head and colored shell.the only thing is I could not find who is credited with naming this turtle.www.sciway.net

Because Of How They Look..Loggers Are Macho Beefy Powerful Men So I Guess That's Why

G'day Brav0zulu,

Thank you for your question.

Apparently, the loggerhead turtle is so called due to its large head and thick jaws.

Regards

Its a distinct name when they were founded