Chelonia Collection (page 2)

Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) on corals, Hawaii

Alligator snapping turtle (Macroclemys temmincki) fishing by luring a fish with the vermiform, worm-like, tongue, USA, captive

Newly hatched Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) with its front flippers pressed tight to the marginal scutes of its carapace to avoid predation, Dalyan Delta, Turkey, August 2009

Hermanns / Dalmatian tortoise (Testudo hermanni hercegovinensis) near Svitava Lake, Hutovo Blato Nature Park, Bosnia and Herzegovina, May 2009

RF - Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) beneath clouds. Sipadan Island, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. Celebes Sea

Leatherback Turtle Hatchling (Dermochelys coriacea) crossing a beach towards the sea at dawn, Cayenne, French Guiana, July

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) hatchling running to the sea, lycian coast, Mediterranean Sea, Turkey

Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) returning to the sea after egg laying. Cayenne, French Guiana, June

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia agassizii) surfaces to breathe. Floreana Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. East Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) from underneath swimming through the surface, Mayotte Island, Comores, Indian Ocean

Silhouette of a Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) passes overhead. West Maui, Hawaii

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) with a shoal of Pilot fish (Naucrates ductor) Pico, Azores, Portugal, June 2009 WWE BOOK. WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION

Olive ridley turtle emerging from sea at dusk. Costa Rica {Lepidochelys olivacea}

Baby Olive Ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) struggles against the swell to swim away from the beach where it hatched, Ostional, Costa Rica. October

Galapagos green turtle hatchling (Chelonia mydas agassisi) heading for the ocean. Tortuga Bay, Santa Cruz Is, Galapagos

The green turtle and the blue hour
Barathieu Gabriel

Over the surface - Sea Turtle
Une tortue verte nageant juste en dessous de la surface de l'eau paisible du lagon de Mayotte. . Barathieu Gabriel

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming over sand ripples in shallow water, Eleuthera, Bahamas. Endangered

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming over sand seabed, Maui, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean. Endangered

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) with shoals of damselfish (Pomacentridae) swimming through coral reef, Post Office Bay, Floreana Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), yellow morph, swimming in shallows, Post Office Bay, Floreana Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), yellow morph, swimming through shallows, Post Office Bay, Floreana Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) feeding on Seagrass (Cymodocea nodosa) on the seabed, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), hatchling, making its way across the beach to the ocean, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming over a reef, portrait, Hawaii, Pacific Ocean. Endangered

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) feeding on Seagrass (Cymodocea nodosa) on the seabed, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic Ocean

Green turtle in black and white
Barathieu Gabriel

Sunlight and green turtle
Barathieu Gabriel

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, on the surface for a breath off West Maui, Hawaii; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

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Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas), Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, Quintana Roo, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico, Endangered Species Date: 27/06/2011

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Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas agassisi), Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Date: 18/06/2010

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Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas agassisi), Central Isles, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America. Turtles must swim to shore in order to breed. Date: 18/06/2010

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Green Sea Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), nesting female returns to sea, Long Beach, Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean. Date: 11/06/2005

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Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) Female returning to sea after nesting, Ascension Island, Atlantic Ocean Date: 23/04/2005

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Green Turtle, (Chelonia mydas), hatchlings emerge from sand, Long Beach, Ascension Island, south Atlantic ocean. Date: 17/02/2005

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Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas), Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, Caribbean. Date: 07/11/2007

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Indian Ocean, Indonesia, Komodo National Park. An endangered green turtle swims over coral. Date: 11/02/2005

Turtle swimming below the surface of the water and looking at the camera, Hawaii, USA
Close-up view of a Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming towards the camera under the surface with reflection in the water and looking at the camera; Hawaii, United States of America

Green sea turtle and divers, Hawaii, USA
Green sea turtle (Chelonia Midas) and divers; Hawaii, United States of America

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) visiting a cleaning station, Galapagos, South America, Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) feeding in algae-rich shallows, Isabela Island, Galapagos, South America, Pacific Ocean

A Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) at surface to breathe, over shallow reef, Hawaii USA

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) at surface, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Endangered Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) stretches neck to be cleaned by Yellow tangs (Zebrasoma flavescens) and Goldring tangs (Ctenochaetus strigosus), North Pacific, Hawaii, USA

Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas. Endangered. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Purple morning glory, Ipomoea purpurea. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Shell of the endangered green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas
Endangered green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (Wrinkled tortoise, Testudo rugosa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia

Green turtle, Chelonia mydas. Endangered
Green turtle, Chelonia mydas (Testudo mydas). Endangered. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his General Zoology, Amphibia, London, 1801

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Chelonia, the majestic creatures of the sea, captivate our hearts with their beauty and resilience. From the moment a Leatherback Turtle hatchling emerges from its sandy nest, it embarks on an incredible journey across the beach to reach the vast ocean that awaits. In Akumal, rays of sunlight illuminate a Green turtle as it gracefully glides through the water. The black and white image adds an ethereal touch to this mesmerizing scene, showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. A portrait of a Green sea turtle in morning light reveals intricate details of its magnificent shell. This ancient creature seems wise beyond measure as it navigates through life's currents with grace and determination. Swimming over a volcanic sandy bottom in Armenime cove, another Green Turtle showcases its agility and adaptability. Its vibrant colors stand out against the dark backdrop, reminding us of nature's ability to thrive even in seemingly inhospitable environments. The Loggerhead Turtle captures our attention with its side view; every curve and pattern on its shell tells a story of endurance and survival. These gentle giants have roamed our oceans for centuries, witnessing countless wonders beneath the waves. Joining forces with angelfish in Punta Vicente Roca are playful Green turtles. Their synchronized movements create a harmonious dance that reminds us of the interconnectedness between species within our delicate ecosystem. A juvenile Green turtle playfully swims near the surface, offering us a split-level view into their underwater world. As we observe these young adventurers exploring their surroundings with curiosity and innocence, we can't help but feel inspired by their sense of wonder. Moving away from marine habitats momentarily brings us face-to-face with Giant tortoises sporting hard brown shells. These ancient reptiles symbolize longevity and wisdom as they roam leisurely across land masses around the world. Diving deep into Galapagos Islands' waters unveils an enchanting sight - Galapagos Green Sea Turtles gracefully gliding beneath the surface.