Chelonia Mydas Collection (page 8)

Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming underwater, two sharks in background, low angle view

Scientist with turtle
A marine biologist releases a young female Green Turtle, Chelonia mydas, as part of a turtle research project on Mantanani island, Sabah, Malaysia

Turtle and fish on a reef. Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) and blueline snappers (Lutjanus kasmira) swimming over a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) underwater with snorkeler, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America, Pacific

Chelonia mydas, green sea turtle
Zoological drawing 44 (1:40). Pencil sketch by Sydney Parkinson (1745-1771) from Sir Joseph Banks commission of natural history drawings on Captain James Cooks first voyage of the Pacific, 1768-1771

Chelonia mydas, green turtle
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Diver and green turtle (Chelonia mydas), Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) with remoras Rachyucentron canadum), Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas), Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), endangered, Punalu u Black Sand Beach, Hawaii

USA, Hawaii, Big Island, Underwater view of small endangered Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming with small Remora in Pacific Ocean

Stingray, Akumal, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Endangered Species

Green Turtle, Low Isles, Great Barrier Reef, North Queensland, Australia

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) Off North Stradbroke Island off Queensland coast. Australia

Scuba divers, Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas), North Huvadhoo Atoll, Southern Maldives, Indian Ocean. (MR)

Hatching turtles. Green turtle (Chelonia mydas, right) and a hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata, left) hatchlings emerging from their eggs. These eggs are in a protected hatchery

Green turtle hatchlings (Chelonia mydas) heading for the sea. Turtles are wholly aquatic reptiles, the females only coming ashore to lay their eggs

Hatching green turtle
Hatching turtle. Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) hatchling emerging from its egg. These eggs are in a protected hatchery. They are left to hatch naturally and then taken to the sea to be released

Green turtle hatchling (Chelonia mydas) making its way to the waters edge. The female green turtle lays between 100 to 200 eggs per litter

Research on green turtle eggs (Chelonia mydas). Ranger collecting data on unhatched eggs from a green turtle nesting site on Sangalaki Island, in Kalimantan, Indonesia

Green turtle nesting beach on Sangalaki Island, in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Green turtles (Chelonia mydas) lay their eggs on this island throughout the year

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), Similan Islands National Park, Andaman Sea, Thailand

Green and hawksbill turtles
Green (Chelonia mydas) and hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) turtles at a cleaning station. Cleaning stations are areas on reefs where turtles rest while fish such as surgeonfish feed on parasites

Green turtle swimming near a boat. The green turtle (Chelonia mydas) is critically under threat of extinction and is a protected species

Green Sea Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), Kona Coast, Hawaii, young turtle swimming underwater on coral reef

Black (Green) Turtle (Chelonia agassizi) off Wolf Island in the northern archipelago group of Galapagos, Ecuador. These turtles are commonly seen around the islands

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The majestic Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters of Nosy Be, North Madagascar. Its vibrant shell and intricate patterns make it a true marvel to behold. In another part of the world, Green turtles engage in a mesmerizing display of love as they mate beneath the waves. These gentle giants find solace in each other's company amidst the turquoise waters off Punaluu Black Sand Beach on Big Island, Hawaii. Venturing further into the Pacific Ocean, we encounter a breathtaking scene underwater near Maui, Hawaii. A magnificent Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) effortlessly navigates its way through an enchanting marine paradise. The vibrant coral reefs serve as a backdrop for this captivating creature's journey. Akumal unveils an ethereal sight as sunlight pierces through the water's surface and illuminates a solitary Green turtle (Chelonia mydas). This black and white image captures its serene presence amidst nature's beauty. As morning light bathes the surroundings with warmth and tranquility, we are greeted by a stunning portrait of a Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas). Its wise eyes reflect wisdom accumulated over centuries spent navigating vast oceans. Armenime cove offers us an extraordinary glimpse into the life of these ancient beings. A lone Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) elegantly swims above volcanic sandy bottoms, showcasing their ability to adapt to diverse environments. Punta Vicente Roca presents an awe-inspiring spectacle where schools of angelfish accompany graceful Green turtles (Chelonia mydas) during their aquatic sojourns, and is truly remarkable how different species harmoniously coexist within our oceans' depths. A juvenile Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) playfully explores near-surface waters in split-level view—a testament to their curiosity and resilience from an early age. Their future as guardians of the sea seems promising.