leatherback

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Only leatherbacks in the no-crawl control group showed notably higher glucose levels, indicating that the act of crawling itself, rather than the seaweed, may have the stronger short-term physiological impact.

From Science Daily

Gone, many Puerto Ricans fear, will be the last modest family homes and uncrowded stretches of habitat for hawksbill and leatherbacks.

From New York Times

California has added the Pacific leatherback sea turtle to its endangered species list, guaranteeing more protections for a rapidly dwindling population.

From Los Angeles Times

A subpopulation of leatherback sea turtles hatch on beaches in Indonesia.

From Seattle Times

Put on a snorkel and look for endangered hawksbill, green and leatherback sea turtles at Francis Bay, Maho Bay or Waterlemon Cay, or try the marked Underwater Trail at Trunk Bay.

From Washington Post