For the last 20 years, on May 23, turtle lovers everywhere have emerged to honor these shelled reptiles that have roamed the Earth for more than 200 million years. The over 350 known species of turtles alive today are found on every continent, except Antarctica. But despite their wide distribution, most turtles are endangered due to loss of habitat, illegal wildlife trade, and hunting and fishing. World Turtle Day aims to change that by raising awareness about their plight and encouraging conservation efforts. So today, we invite you to stick your neck out for turtles.
Bask in the glow—It s World Turtle Day
Today in History
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The otherworldly red river
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Happy Syttende Mai!
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It s Computer Science Education Week
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Road-trip worthy attraction in the heartland
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Noctilucent clouds
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Let s celebrate cephalopods
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Lake Pehoé, Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
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Autumn comes to the Porcupines
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Sounds of Bach come to Bath
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Mute swans
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Take this for a spin...
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Alpine marmots at Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria
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Kelp buddies
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Rooftops in the walled city of Urbino, Italy
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American bison
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Cherry blossoms spring to life
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Wild lupines
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Boxing Day—a shopper’s delight
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Moving as one
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Happy holidays!
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Up in the Highlands
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At the foot of Dubrovnik s Gibraltar
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Male kori bustard, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
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Happy Easter!
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Diwali
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The birthplace of a classic Christmas carol
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A little blue
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National Lighthouse Day
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A wonderland in winter
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Presidents Day in America’s front yard