Eretmochelys Imbricata Collection (#3)

Diver and Hawksbill turtle, Dimaniyat Islands, Gulf of Oman, Oman, Middle East

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Hawksbill Turtle - hatchling tracks Crab Island - NW Torres Strait Island - Queensland - Australia. Date:

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Hawksbill Turtle - hatchlings Crab Island - NW Torres Strait Island - Queensland - Australia. Date:

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Hawksbill Turtle - hatchlings Crab Island - NW Torres Strait Island - Queensland - Australia. Date:

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Hawksbill Turtle - coming ashore to lay on Crab Island NW Torres Strait -Queensland - Australia. Date:

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Hawksbill Turtle - hatchlings Crab Island - NW Torres Strait Island - Queensland - Australia. Date:

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata), close-up, view from above

Shells of Starred Tortoise, Hawksbill Turtle, and Radiated Tortoise

The critically endangered hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata), Ras Mohammed National Park, off Sharm el-Sheikh, Sinai, Red Sea, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys) with a tracking device on its back, Dominica, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Eretmochelys imbricata, Hawksbill turtle
George Forster illustration of Hawksbill turtle. Plate 169

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) and diver, Sulawesi, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbircata), Utila, North Side, Bay Islands, Honduras, Central America

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

Turtle conservation. Ranger holding freshly laid eggs from a hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). The eggs are relocated to an artificial nest in a hatchery as soon as they are laid to protect

Hatching hawksbill turtle
Hatching turtle. Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) hatchling emerging from its egg. These eggs are in a protected hatchery

SCUBA diving with a hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Photographed in Indonesia

Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Only female adult turtles come ashore, doing so to lay their eggs. This is the smallest of the marine turtles, rarely more than a metre in length

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

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Hawksbill turtle ( Eretmochelys imbricata ) biting off a soft coral on a deep reef wall. Red Sea. Egypt

Hawksbill turtle, Eretmochelys imbricata, St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
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Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
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Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Sipadan Island, Malaysia (RR)
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The Hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) gracefully glides through the crystal-clear waters of a vibrant coral reef. Its striking shell, adorned with intricate patterns, reflects the sunlight as it swims effortlessly among a myriad of colorful marine life. Found in the Shark Observatory of Ras Mohamed National Park in Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Egypt, this magnificent creature is a true marvel to behold. With its white and tan body contrasting against the vivid hues of the coral, the Hawksbill turtle stands out as it navigates its way through its natural habitat. Sadly, this species is critically endangered due to various threats such as habitat destruction and illegal hunting for their beautiful shells. In one captivating image captured off the coast of Philippines in the Pacific Ocean, we witness a Hawksbill turtle feeding on red soft coral. Its delicate jaws delicately grasp onto each branch while providing an essential ecological service by maintaining balance within these underwater ecosystems. Another snapshot reveals a pair of Hawksbill turtles circling each other above a thriving coral reef. This mesmerizing display showcases their courtship behavior and highlights their importance in maintaining biodiversity within our oceans. In yet another breathtaking scene at Jackson Reef in Sinai, Egypt's Red Sea region, we observe a male Hawksbill turtle chomping on soft coral with gusto. These moments remind us not only of their beauty but also emphasize how crucial it is to protect these gentle creatures and preserve their fragile habitats. As we continue to explore these enchanting underwater worlds filled with lobophytum corals and pink soft corals that sway gently with ocean currents, let us remember that every encounter with an Eretmochelys imbricata is truly special. Through conservation efforts and raising awareness about their plight, we can ensure future generations have the privilege to witness these awe-inspiring creatures swimming freely over vibrant reefs for years to come.