Chelonia Collection (page 3)

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

Tortoise and turtles
Greek tortoise c, Testudo graeca (vulnerable), hawksbill sea turtle b, Eretmochelys imbricata (critically endangered), green sea turtle a, Chelonia mydas (endangered) and European pond turtle d

Gulf coast spiny softshell turtle and endangered
Gulf coast spiny softshell turtle, Apalone spinifera, and endangered green turtle, Chelonia mydas. Handcolored engraving by Oudet after an illustration by Oudart from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire

Green sea turtle, loggerhead and leatherback turtles
Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (endangered), loggerhead, Caretta caretta (endangered), and leatherback turtle, Dermochelys coriacea (critically endangered)

Green sea turtle, loggerhead turtle, soft-shelled
Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas 1 (endangered), loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta caretta 2 (endangered), Nile soft-shelled turtle, Trionyx triunguis 3, yellow-footed tortoise

Chelonia turtles and tortoises
Chelonia: Leatherback turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, hawksbill turtle, Eretmochelys imbricata (critically endangered), Argentine snake-necked turtle, Hydromedusa tectifera, Mata mata

The Hawksbill Turtle (Chelonia imbricata) (engraving)
1594463 The Hawksbill Turtle (Chelonia imbricata) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hawksbill Turtle (Chelonia imbricata)

Marine life: Green Turtle
Barathieu Gabriel

Green Turtle in Snells Window
Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) in "Snells Window". Apo Island, Philippinen. Henry Jager

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Green turtle and fire sky!
Barathieu Gabriel

Turtle Coupling
Accouplement de deux tortues verte prA¨s de l'ilot de sable blanc de M'Tsamboro. . Barathieu Gabriel

Green Turtle - Sea Turtle
Une jeune tortue verte remontant respirer A  la surface. . Barathieu Gabriel

Green turtle and sunset - Sea Turtle
Une tortue verte allant respirA© juste apres le coucher de soleil.. Barathieu Gabriel

Green turtle on blue water
Une tortue verte photographiA© en vue de dessus. . Barathieu Gabriel

Sea Turtle - Green turtle
Une belle tortue verte nageant entre moi et le soleil. Photo prise A  N'gouja, Ile de Mayotte. Barathieu Gabriel

Green turtle with sunset
L'horizon se colore au fure et A  mesure que le soleil s'en rapproche. Au premier plan, une tortue verte nage paisiblement dans le lagon.. Barathieu Gabriel

Flying over the reef
Une jeune tortue verte nageant au dessus de rA©cif de N'Gouja. La vue en plongA©e donne l'impression d'abscence d'eau, la tortue semble voler au dessus des coraux

Shark attack survivor
Une jeune tortue verte nageant dans les eaux paisible de la baie de N'gouja. Il s'agit lA┬á d'une jeune tortue rescapA©e d'une attaque de requin

Green Sea turtle survivor
Une tortue verte traine avec elle deux rA©moras collA©s sur son plastron. On remarque qu'elle A┬á une grosse cicatrice suite A┬á une attaque de requin.. Barathieu Gabriel

Vélocity Turtle
Une photo d'une tortue verte prise en pose longue avec declenchement du flash au second rideau a pour effet de donne une impression de vitesse.. Barathieu Gabriel

Green Turtle
Une tortue verte nageant a toute vitesse dans le lagon de Mayotte.. Barathieu Gabriel

N'Gouja Reef
Le recif de N'Gouja au sud de Mayotte est d'une extreme beaute. On y croise a coup sur des tortues marine au milieu des patate de corail.. Barathieu Gabriel

Face to face with a green turtle
Un face a face avec une tortue verte sur le site de Sawandarek.. Barathieu Gabriel

Coral garden and green turtle
Une tortue verte au milieu d'un jardin de corail.. Barathieu Gabriel

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) hides among mangrove trees, Bahamas

Green Sea Turtles, Maui, Hawaii, USA

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) resting on sea floor and two juvenile Golden trevally (Gnathanodon speciosus). Marsa El Shouna, Marsa Alam, Egypt

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) heading back to sea after laying eggs on the beach, sunrise, Ras Al-Jinz Turtle Reserve, Ash-Sharkiyah, Oman, November

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming with shoal of striped salemas, Kicker Rock, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming, Posa de los Patillos, Fernandina Island, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) female digging nest, North coast, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Galapagos green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas agassizii) feeding on seaweed growing on lava rocks off Isabela Island, Galapagos, Ecuador. December

Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) hatchling swims towards the deep part of the sea to escape from possible predators, Anse de Mais, West Grande Terre, Aldabra, Indian Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas), South Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), two viewed from above. Tenerife, Canary Islands

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas), Xiaoliuqiu Island, Taiwan

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) descending after breathing at the surface. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming, Punta Espinosa, Fernandina Island, Galapagos, Ecuador, May

Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) trapped in fishing net, Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California), Mexico, May, Third Place in the third National Contest Visions of our nature organised by Mexicos National

Green Turtle (Chelonia mydas) returning to the sea, IUCN Endangered, Socorro Island, Revillagigedo Archipelago Biosphere Reserve / Archipielago de Revillagigedo UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming with snorkelers in the background, Canary Islands, Spain, July

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) Bonaire, Leeward Antilles, Caribbean region, Netherlands Antilles

After an incubation period of 45 to 55 days a first hatchling Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) emerges out of the sand, Bonaire, Leeward Antilles, Caribbean region, Netherlands Antilles

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) hatchling entering the water Yap, Micronesia. Small repro only

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) female digging nest, North coast, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming down after taking a breath. Rinca, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Hermanns tortoise (Testudo hermanni) Shebeniku-Jabllanica National Park, Albania, June 2009

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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.