Sea Turtles Compatible

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What are they, where are they, and who are they?

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What are they, where are they, and who are they?

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SEA TURTLES

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Location

Sea turtles are found in oceans throughout the world. Some species migrate as many as 3,000 miles in a year. They often cross several international boundaries.

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Status: Endangered

All species of sea turtles are either listed as endangered or are very likely to become endangered soon.

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Sea turtles

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Relationship to Humans

Even though sea turtle populations have declined, they are still being captured for their value and for their ties to cultural traditions.

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Relationship to Humans

Sea turtles are also threatened by pollution and habitat loss.

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Relationship to HumansTurtle hunters around the world harvest sea turtle either legally or illegally to sell their shells, meat, or body parts to international traders. In some countries, sea turtle eggs are a delicacy.

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Sea Turtles