According to the IUCN's Red List of Endangered Species, the green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) is classified as "endangered" and the olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) carries a "vulnerable" status. IUCN reports that these populations of sea turtles are declining for a variety of reasons, including habitat loss and accidental fishing catches. Learn more about these species, and the major threats to their populations, on the IUCN's website.
According to the IUCN's Red
According to the IUCN's Red List of Endangered Species, the green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) is classified as "endangered" and the olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) carries a "vulnerable" status. IUCN reports that these populations of sea turtles are declining for a variety of reasons, including habitat loss and accidental fishing catches. Learn more about these species, and the major threats to their populations, on the IUCN's website.
Submitted by Ocean Portal Team on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 3:08pm.