Sea Turtle Hatchling marching towards the sea, Matapalo Beach, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, Central America


The Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea) is one of the smallest species of sea turtle. It is named for the olive color of its heart-shaped shell.


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