Olive Ridley / Golfina Turtle - hatchlings approach sea - after sundown the nests hatch and the turtles head for the Indian ocean in daylight - Orissa Coast - India


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Olive Ridley / Golfina Turtle - hatchlings approach sea - after sundown the nests hatch and the turtles head for the Indian ocean in daylight - Orissa Coast - India


JVG-2939
Olive Ridley / Golfina TURTLE - Hatchlings approach sea
Orissa Coast, India.
Lepidochelys olivacea
Hatchlings - After sundown the nests hatch and the turtles head for the sea in daylight.
Joanna Van Gruisen

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Developement Emerging Hatchling Hatchlings Indo Pacific Life Cycles Newborn Sea Turtles Turtle Turtles Vulnerable Amphibians And Reptiles At Nest

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. In this breathtaking print captured by Joanna Van Gruisen, we witness a magical moment along the Orissa Coast of India. As the sun sets and darkness envelops the beach, nature's most adorable marathon begins. Meet JVG-2939, a group of Olive Ridley or Golfina Turtle hatchlings ready to embark on their incredible journey into the vast Indian Ocean. These endangered and rare reptiles emerge from their nests under the starry night sky, eager to explore their tropical habitat. With determination in their eyes (if turtles had eyes like ours!), these vulnerable newborns waddle towards the water's edge. Their tiny flippers propel them forward as they navigate through sandy obstacles with utmost precision - it's an action-packed spectacle! As dawn breaks over the horizon, these baby turtles continue their mission - swimming gracefully amidst gentle waves. Witnessing this mesmerizing display reminds us of life cycles unfolding before our very eyes. Joanna Van Gruisen has perfectly encapsulated this pivotal moment in turtle development. Her skillful lens captures not only movement but also showcases how crucial habitats like coastal beaches are for these Asian sea turtles' survival. So let your imagination dive deep into this image and imagine yourself cheering on these courageous hatchlings as they conquer challenges one flipper at a time!

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