Hawksbill Turtle Collection (#4)

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). St. Peter and St. Pauls rocks, Brazil, Atlantic Ocean
Andre Seale / SplashdownDirect

Close up head shot of Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbriocota), Cayman Islands, Caribbean
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Sipadan Island, Malaysia (RR)
Mark Caney / SplashdownDirect

Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbriocota), swimming over coral reef with underwater photographer in background
Lawson Wood / SplashdownDirect

Hawksbill turtle - swimming across coral reef. hawksbill turtles feed mainly upon sponges but will take fish if it is
VT-8627 Hawksbill TURTLE - swimming across coral reef. Great Barrier Reef Eretmochelys imbricata Hawksbill turtles feed mainly upon sponges, but will take fish if it is offered

Hawksbill Turtle - Small species of turtle, often seen eating sponges. Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea. TUR-048
VT-8611 Hawksbill Turtle - Small species of turtle, often seen eating sponges. Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea Eretmochelys imbricata Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display

Hawksbill Turtle - Close head shot of Turtle. Milne Bay. Papua New Guinea. TUR-047
VT-8610 Hawksbill Turtle - Close head shot of Turtle. Milne Bay. Papua New Guinea. Eretmochelys imbricata Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Hawksbill Turtle - Turtles can be inquisitive and swim close to divers. Milne bay, Papua New Guinea. TUR-046
VT-8609 Hawksbill Turtle - Turtles can be inquisitive and swim close to divers. Milne bay, Papua New Guinea Eretmochelys imbricata Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal

Hawksbill turtle resting on ledge of reef, Sabah, Malaysia, Borneo, Southeast Asia, Asia

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The hawksbill turtle, also known as Eretmochelys imbricata, is a majestic creature that can be found swimming gracefully over vibrant coral reefs. These turtles are often spotted in stunning locations such as the Shark Observatory in Ras Mohamed National Park, Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai, Egypt. With their unique white and turtle-shaped bodies, they stand out among the marine life. Sadly, these beautiful creatures are critically endangered and need our protection. Ventral views of hawksbill turtles in the Philippines serve as a reminder of their vulnerable status in the Pacific Ocean, and is crucial for us to take action to ensure their survival. Feeding on red soft corals like Dendronepthya sp. , hawksbill turtles play an important role in maintaining the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems. Their presence alongside Lobophytum sp. , another type of coral on a reef flat, showcases their symbiotic relationship with these underwater habitats. As they swim along coral reefs adorned with pink soft corals or engage in intricate courtship dances above them, hawksbill turtles captivate our hearts with their grace and beauty. Observing them feeding on Litophyton arboreum reminds us of how interconnected all species are within our oceans. In efforts to conserve these incredible creatures, dedicated individuals release captive-bred hawksbill turtles into the sea at Sea Turtle Conservation Centers worldwide.