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Bookmark or Share- Sea turtle | Description, Species, Habitat, & Facts | Britannicasea turtle, any of seven species of marine turtles belonging to the families Dermochelyidae (leatherback sea turtles) and Cheloniidae (green turtles, flatback sea turtles, loggerhead sea turtles, hawksbills, and ridleys).
- Sea turtles - National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationSea turtles breathe air, like all reptiles, and have streamlined bodies with large flippers. They are well adapted to life in the ocean and inhabit tropical and subtropical ocean waters around the world.
- Sea Turtle | Species | WWF - World Wildlife FundSea turtles are the live representatives of a group of reptiles that have existed on Earth and traveled our seas for the last 100 million years. Turtles have major cultural significance and tourism value. Five of the seven species are found around the world, mainly in tropical and subtropical waters.
- 11 Amazing Facts About Sea Turtles - Oceanic SocietyHere are 11 of the most interesting facts about sea turtles to help demystify these beloved creatures! 1. Sea Turtles Outlived the Dinosaurs. A leatherback turtle returns to sea after nesting. © Ben J Hicks. Sea turtles are often compared to dinosaurs due to their scaly, reptilian appearance.
- Sea Turtles | Smithsonian OceanOften considered the most majestic of the turtle family, the sea turtle is a large, ocean-going reptile known for its gentle nature and long lifespan. Swimmers, snorkelers and divers revel in seeing these stunning creatures glide by effortlessly through the sea.
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