Sea turtle - Wikipedia
Sea turtles (superfamily Chelonioidea), sometimes called marine turtles, [3] are reptiles of the order Testudines and of the suborder Cryptodira. The seven existing species of sea turtles are …
Sea turtle | Description, Species, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
Oct 21, 2024 · Sea turtle, any of seven species of marine turtles belonging to the families Dermochelyidae (leatherback sea turtles) and Cheloniidae (green turtles, flatback sea turtles, …
Sea Turtle | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
Seven different species of sea (or marine) turtles grace our ocean waters, from the shallow seagrass beds of the Indian Ocean, to the colorful reefs of the Coral Triangle and the sandy …
Sea turtles, facts and information - National Geographic
Six of the seven species of sea turtles that swim the planet’s waters— leatherback, loggerhead, Kemp’s ridley, green, olive ridley, and hawksbill —are found in every ocean except the Arctic …
Sea turtles - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Feb 1, 2019 · Sea 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 …
11 Amazing Facts About Sea Turtles - Oceanic Society
Jul 24, 2023 · Here are 11 of the most interesting facts about sea turtles to help demystify these beloved creatures! 1. Sea Turtles Outlived the Dinosaurs. Sea turtles are often compared to …
The 7 Species of Sea Turtles - ThoughtCo
Aug 11, 2019 · There are 7 recognized species of sea turtles, most of which can be found in the United States. See photos and learn about these charismatic animals.
Sea Turtles - National Wildlife Federation
Sea turtles are reptiles remarkably suited to life in the sea. Their hydrodynamic shape, large size, and powerful front flippers allow them to dive to great depths and swim long distances. These …
Sea Turtles | Smithsonian Ocean
Often 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 …
Sea Turtles - NOAA Fisheries
Sea turtles are marine reptiles with streamlined bodies and large flippers that are well-adapted to life in the ocean. Six species are found in U.S. waters, all of which are listed and protected …