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(Created page with "World Sea Turtle Day is an annual event that celebrates and raises awareness about sea turtles. It is observed on June 16th, the birthday of Dr. Archie Carr, a pioneer in sea turtle research and conservation. Sea turtles are among the oldest living creatures on Earth, dating back to the time of the dinosaurs. There are seven species of sea turtles: green, loggerhead, leatherback, hawksbill, Kemp's ridley, olive ridley, and flatback. Each species has its own unique chara...") |
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World Sea Turtle Day is an annual event that celebrates and raises awareness about sea turtles. It is observed on June 16th, the birthday of Dr. Archie Carr, a pioneer in sea turtle research and conservation. | World Sea Turtle Day is an annual event that celebrates and raises awareness about sea turtles. It is observed on June 16th, the birthday of Dr. Archie Carr, a pioneer in sea turtle research and conservation. | ||