Turtle Collection (page 7)

The green turtle and the blue hour
Barathieu Gabriel

Close-up of a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle face, Hawaii, USA
Close-up of a Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) face; Honu, Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Black and white drawing of a turtle

Shells of Hermann s, padloper, geometric tortoises
Hermanns tortoise, Testudo hermanni 1, common padloper, Homopus areolatus 2, geometric tortoise, Psammobates geometricus 3, underside of Hermanns tortoise4, and European pond turtle

Unveiling the glass fibre replica of a giant turtle at the Hancock Museum, Left to right, Peter King, Eric Morton and Harry Foskett, 4th March 1992

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) accompanied by pilotfish (Naucrates ductor) swimming near the surface. Santa Maria Island, Azores, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean. Vulnerable

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) near surface in shallow water. The Bahamas

Worrells turtle (Emydura subglobosa worrelli), large adult female resting at night, Lawn Hill Creek, Queensland, Australia. January

Lady Elliot Island is the southernmost coral cay of the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. the island is a sanctuary for over 1, 200 species of marine life and is known for its abundance of manta rays

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) group drinking from small puddles formed by fine drizzle. Wolf Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) portrait. Wolf Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Wolf giant tortoise (Chelonoidis becki) in habitat. Hybrids of mixed parentage with different shell shapes are scattered far and wide on the rugged west slope of Wolf Volcano

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) Tenerife, Canary Islands

White-cheeked pintails (Anas bahamensis) with Western Santa Cruz tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) at pond, Santa Cruz, Galapagos

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas) swimming near coast with mangrove roots, , Posa de los Patillos, Fernadina Island, Galapagos

Galapagos dove (Zenadia galapagensis) on head of Galapagos giant tortoise, (Chelonoidis darwini) Santiago Highlands, Galapagos

Espanola saddelback tortoise (Chelonoidis hoodensis) pair mating, Espanola Island, Galapagos

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) near the surface in shallow water, Eleuthera, Bahamas

Sea turtle floating underwater over coral reef, Mauritius, Indian Ocean, Africa

Coral (Lobophytum sp. ) on a reef flat, with Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata)
Coral (Lobophytum sp.) on a reef flat, with Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) in background. Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia. Ceram Sea. Tropical West Pacific Ocean

Green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) resting in a coral reef. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizi) swimming in coastal waters of San Cristobal Island, Galapagos

Leopard / mountain tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis) with elephant bull (Loxodonta africana) behind in water, Addo elephant national park, Eastern Cape, South Africa, September

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Galapagos giant tortoise (Geochelone nigra porteri), Cerro El Chato, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos Islands

Aldabra Giant Tortoises (Aldabrachelys gigantea) resting in a pool to keep cool, Grand Terre, Natural World Heritage Site, Aldabra

Floreana giant tortoise hybrid descendants (Chelonoidis elephantopus) feeding on flower. These are descendants of the extinct Floreana giant tortoise, but are hybridised with other species

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) swims over a coral reef. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Western Santa Cruz giant tortoise (Chelonoidis porteri) portrait, Highlands, Santa Cruz Island, Galapagos

Alcedo giant tortoises (Chelonoidis vandenburghi) group resting in water to keep cool, Alcedo Volcano, Isabela Island, Galapagos

Galapagos green turtle (Chelonia mydas agassizii) swims over a coral reef. Darwin Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. East Pacific Ocean

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) feeding on Red soft coral (Dendronepthya sp.) growing on a coral reef. Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swims along a coral reef with pink soft coral (Dendronepthya sp.). Ras Mohammed National Park, Sinai, Egypt. Red Sea

Green turtle (Chelonia mydas] swimming in open ocean, Andaman Sea, Thailand. April

Green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) on corals, Hawaii

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) pair circling each other above coral reef. Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Mayan Monolith - Quirigua - Sky Xul in Jaws of a Monster
Guatemala - Mayan Monolith - Quirigua - 8th century AD. Quirigua is an ancient Maya archaeological site in the department of Izabal in south-eastern Guatemala

Yellow footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulata) portrait, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador. Vulnerable species

Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) feeding on soft coral (Litophyton arboreum) Nuweiba, Sinai, Egypt. Gulf of Aqaba, Red Sea

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

Portrait of a Suwanee cooter (Pseudemys concinna suwanniensis) in a freshwater spring. Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park, High Springs, Florida, USA

Olive Ridley Sea Turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) nesting, Arribada (mass nesting event), Playa Morro Ayuta, Oaxaca state, southern Mexico. Vulnerable species

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

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) Los Gigantes, South Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic Ocean

Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta) with small fish, Los Gigantes, South Tenerife, Canary Islands, Atlantic

School children and three terrapin, Washington, D.C. (1899?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
School children and three terrapin, Washington, D.C. (1899?)

II incarnation of Vichenou in turtle, The second incarnation Vishnus as a turtle, Signed: P. Sonnerat pinx, Poisson sc, Pl. 36, before p. 159 (Vol. 1), Sonnerat, Pierre M

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In various cultures and throughout history, the turtle has held significant meaning. From ancient creation myths to modern-day conservation efforts, this remarkable creature continues to captivate our imagination. One such myth is the Iroquois Creation Myth, which tells the story of Sky Woman descending from the heavens onto a giant turtle's back. This depiction symbolizes the connection between earth and sky, emphasizing harmony and balance. Traveling further back in time, we encounter Duria antiquior (Ancient Dorset), an imaginative reconstruction that offers a glimpse into prehistoric life. Amongst these scenes of ancient landscapes, turtles gracefully navigate their surroundings, reminding us of their enduring presence throughout history. Moving across continents to Kakadu National Park in Australia's Northern Territory, we discover an aboriginal rock art site at Obirr Rock. Here lies a testament to human creativity spanning over 20, 000 years. Amongst these intricate paintings are depictions of turtles – timeless symbols representing wisdom and longevity. Diving beneath ocean waves reveals another facet existence – the hawksbill sea turtle swimming over vibrant coral reefs. These majestic creatures play a crucial role in maintaining marine ecosystems while showcasing nature's unparalleled beauty. Shifting gears from natural wonders to historical events brings us to Fortnum & Masons Christmas Box for soldiers during World War I. Even amidst turmoil and conflict, these boxes brought joy and comfort to those serving on distant shores - perhaps even containing images or stories featuring turtles as symbols of resilience and hope. Venturing towards Santa Cruz Highlands in Galapagos unveils yet another captivating sight: Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoises feeding on grasses with tranquil gracefulness. These gentle giants remind us of our responsibility towards preserving endangered species like them for future generations. Witnessing baby sea turtles bravely swim out into vast oceans evokes feelings of awe and wonderment at nature's miracles unfolding before our eyes. Their journey represents determination against all odds, inspiring us to embrace challenges and embark on our own adventures.