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Green Turtle

Chelonia mydas

Photo by Tom15
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Field Notes

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There were a few of these Green Turtles feeding on the grasses on the sea floor where I was snorkeling at St. John. It was great to swim just a few feet from these turtles without them being afraid.

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Thanks Yuko, it was a great experience to be so close to these turtles!
This is such a beautiful series! It must have been an incredible experience to be able to swim with these beautiful creatures! I envy you!

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