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This is collection of images of the varied turtles and tortoises that I have seen. I never realized the variety of sea turtles that the Gulf of Mexico has. Many thanks go to the good people at Sea Turtle, Inc on South Padre Island, Texas. They continue to educate people about the plight of sea turtles that frequent the waters of the United States and beyond.
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Stephen > Peeking its head above wather, this green sea turtle was coming in with the morning tides.  South Padre Island Jetty, June 2008
Stephen > Getting a breath of air, this green sea turtle pokes its head above water before heading back down to feed.  I noticed quite a few of these turtle feeding off of the jetties.  South Padre Island, June 2008
Stephen > While touring Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge in south Texas we came across this Texas Tortoise on the side of the road.   It is endangered and protected in Texas. June 2007
Stephen > The guide I was with on the Javelina Ranch identified this as the endangered texas tortoise, but it must be a young one as I haven't seen one look like this.  Its carapace seems different.  It almost looks like a leopard tortoise which are not native to the United States, but are often kept as pets.  Near Peñitas, Texas, June 2009
Stephen > Turtles and tortoises photo
Stephen > Turtles and tortoises photo
Stephen > Turtles and tortoises photo
Stephen > I spied this old Texas Tortoise on the side of the road just outside of the Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge.  I wish the light wouldn't had been so harsh, but I could not control that one.  I do like the textures that show up well on its carapace.  Near Rio Hondo, Texas, June 2008.
Stephen > These galápagos tortoises are immense.  Their size is incredible.  I would love to see one of these in its natural environment on the Galápagos Islands one day, but until then, the Dallas Zoo will have to suffice.  Dallas, Texas, August 2008
Peeking its head above wather, this green sea turtle was coming in with the morning tides. South Padre Island Jetty, June 2008
 > Peeking its head above wather, this green sea turtle was coming in with the morning tides.  South Padre Island Jetty, June 2008
Peeking its head above wather, this green sea turtle was coming in with the morning tides. South Padre Island Jetty, June 2008
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