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Why River Turtles Are Keystone Players in Freshwater Systems

Keystone species are those that exist in an ecosystem to keep it functioning at its healthiest levels possible. These animals ...
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From Egg to River: The Perilous Life Journey of a River Turtle

From a young age, the river turtle embarks on a tough journey; the chance of a turtle hatchling surviving to adulthood is ...

River Turtles: Nature’s tiny survivors battling predators, humans, and climate change to sustain freshwater life

River turtles face immense challenges from predators and environmental factors from birth. Despite remarkable reproductive ...
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SC sees above average sea turtle nesting season despite tropical storm and predators

SOUTH CAROLINA (WCIV) — Sea turtle nesting season has officially ended in the Palmetto State, and this year saw a total of 6,628 nests. That number is higher than average, even though the year saw ...
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Why the Largest Sea Turtle Is Among the Most Threatened

Leatherback sea turtles are the biggest sea turtle species, which can weigh over 1 ton, but they are also one of the most threatened.
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Boating safety tips shared after struck sea turtle recovered off Longboat

While sea turtles are hard to spot, and often get hit without boaters realizing it, a Mote official said there are easy steps ...
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Kiawah Island Turtle Patrol reaches 200 sea turtle nests in Zone 6

KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (WCIV) — 200 sea turtle nests were reached Monday morning by the Town of Kiawah Island's Turtle Patrol, the town said on Facebook. Their Turtle Patrol program is responsible for ...