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Creature that returns to the beach where it was born for laying eggs

The New York Times crossword clue “Creature that returns to the beach where it was born for laying eggs” answer is SEATURTLE. Below is every Crossword, Midi and Mini puzzle date it has appeared in.

ANSWER
9 lettersMost recent: May 24 2025

In the NYT Crossword

This clue appeared in the main New York Times Crossword on these dates:

About this clue

The clue “Creature that returns to the beach where it was born for laying eggs” resolves to SEATURTLE, a 9-letter answer. In the New York Times Crossword, Midi and Mini, the same clue can be reused over the years, sometimes with a different answer — use the dates above to find the exact puzzle you are solving.

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