Dermochelys Coriacea Collection

Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) hatchling crossing a beach to get to the sea. Cayenne, French Guiana, July

Greek tortoise, testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata
FLO4684946 Greek tortoise, testudo graeca, land tortoise, Cinyxis, European pond turtle, Emys orbicularis, matamata, Chelus fimbriata, Florida softshell turtle, Apalone ferox, Nile softshell turtle

Leatherback sea turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, vulnerable. (Mislabeled Thalassochelys coriacea)
FLO4719888 Leatherback sea turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, vulnerable. (Mislabeled Thalassochelys coriacea.) Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Sandler from Georg Friedrich

Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (endangered), loggerhead, Caretta caretta (endangered), and leatherback turtle
FLO4654878 Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas (endangered), loggerhead, Caretta caretta (endangered), and leatherback turtle, Dermochelys coriacea (critically endangered)

Leatherback sea turtle, Dermochelys coriacea (Coriaceous turtle, Testudo coriacea). Vulnerable
FLO4694520 Leatherback sea turtle, Dermochelys coriacea (Coriaceous turtle, Testudo coriacea). Vulnerable. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his

Leatherback Turtle Hatchling (Dermochelys coriacea) crossing a beach towards the sea at dawn, Cayenne, French Guiana, July

Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) returning to the sea after egg laying. Cayenne, French Guiana, June

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) female, returning to sea after laying eggs in nest on beach, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Two Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) hatchlings moving across beach towards sea after leaving nest, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean Sea

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) hatchling, swimming vigorously across a rainwater pool toward the sea just after leaving nest, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) female, in shallow river, trying to find her way back to the sea after laying eggs on a sandbar, Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island, Trinidad & Tobago, Caribbean

Leatherback turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) female returning to sea after laying eggs, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Leatherback Turtle Hatchling (Dermochelys coriacea) crossing a beach towards the sea at sunrise, Cayenne, French Guiana, July

Leatherback turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, side view

Digital illustration of Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea), showing leathery carapace

Illustration of Emperor Penguin, Leatherback Turtle, Sperm Whale and Rattail fish at various depth i

Leatherback sea turtle Dermochelys coriacea, illustration
leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea), illustration

Costa Rica: Playa Grande, tracks seen in morning of giant leatherback turtle (Dermoochelys coriacea) which laid eggs in sand previous night

South Africa, Cape Town, Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) swimming inside Two Oceans Aquarium

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"Graceful and Determined: The Journey of the Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea)" Witness the incredible sight of a Leatherback Turtle hatchling bravely crossing a beach, its tiny flippers propelling it towards the vast sea. This endangered species, known scientifically as Dermochelys coriacea, embarks on an arduous journey from nest to ocean in Grande Riviere, Trinidad Island. In awe-inspiring scenes at dawn and sunrise, female Leatherback Turtles return to the sea after laying their precious eggs on sandy nests along the Caribbean coastline. These majestic creatures navigate through challenging terrain with unwavering determination. Even newly emerged hatchlings demonstrate remarkable resilience as they swim across rainwater pools towards their ultimate destination – the open waters of the Caribbean Sea. Their vigorous strokes propel them forward, leaving no doubt about their strong will to survive. The beaches of Trinidad & Tobago become witness to heartwarming moments when two Leatherback Turtle hatchlings venture together across sandy shores towards their aquatic home. Side by side, these tiny warriors face countless obstacles but remain undeterred in their mission. Sometimes faced with unexpected challenges, female Leatherbacks find themselves stranded in shallow rivers or disoriented after laying eggs on sandbars. Yet even then, they persistently search for a way back to where they belong – guided by an instinctual compass that leads them back into familiar depths. As we observe these magnificent creatures returning to their natural habitat after fulfilling their reproductive duties, we are reminded of both nature's beauty and fragility. Let us cherish and protect these ancient mariners who have roamed our oceans for millions of years - reminding us that every step counts in preserving our planet's biodiversity. Experience firsthand this captivating journey as you bear witness to leatherback turtles' gracefulness and determination amidst breathtaking landscapes along Trinidad Island's enchanting shores.