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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Honoring those who served
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Spot on for International Cat Day
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Killer whales in Spildra, Norway
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Fire-damaged forest near Wolf Creek Pass, Colorado
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All Rhodes lead to the beach
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Lobster tales
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It s National Mushroom Month!
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Negratín Reservoir, Granada, Spain
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Notes from an underground lake
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Everglades National Park, Florida
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Montreux, Switzerland, and all that jazz
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Happy Easter!
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Womens History Month
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Corjuem Fort in Goa, India
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Bird’s-eye view of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California
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Protecting Alaska
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The Bazaruto Archipelago of Mozambique
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Maritime forest in Cumberland Island National Seashore, Georgia
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Happy Presidents Day
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These laurels are hardy
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Virginia Creeper Trail, Damascus, Virginia
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Paro Tsechu Festival in Bhutan
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Surf s always up in Paia
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In praise of bogs, swamps, and marshes
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Highway through Xitai Jinaier Lake, Qinghai Province, China
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National Take a Hike Day
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Dunquin Pier, County Kerry, Ireland
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World Teachers Day
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The puffin-rabbit connection
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It’s oh so quiet
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