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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Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
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Astrotourism at its finest
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Art over Amalfi
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Oh, the places you’ll go
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What does the fox dream?
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Native American Heritage Month
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Provence blooms with lavender at Sénanque Abbey
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Dark Sky Week
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It s World Poetry Day
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All eyes on sustainability
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National Trails Day
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Dog days of summer
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Do spirits haunt the Gardens of Versailles?
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Fox kits
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World Whale Day
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Does this chameleon look a little insecure?
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Pandas pucker up for International Kissing Day
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Joan charges Riverside Park
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Castle Frankenstein in Darmstadt, Germany
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Square Tower House in Mesa Verde National Park
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A medieval Moorish gem
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A Great view from above
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The roots of invention
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Surf s always up in Paia
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Jeju Island, South Korea
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New Zealand s loneliest mountain
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Sanxiantai Dragon Bridge in Taitung, Taiwan
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Black Fell in England s Lake District
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Train crossing the Tadami River in Japan
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Congratulations, 2019 Nobel Prize laureates!