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Leatherback Sea Turtle, Dermochelys coriacea, photographed in the open ocean

Male Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) photographed in the open ocean. The Leatherback is one of the world's largest reptiles, reaching close to 2,000 lbs. and nearly 10 ft. in length. Severely endangered, the species is threatened by coastal development, poaching and entanglement with fishing equipment.

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Male Leatherback Sea Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) photographed in the open ocean. The Leatherback is one of the world's largest reptiles, reaching close to 2,000 lbs. and nearly 10 ft. in length. Severely endangered, the species is threatened by coastal development, poaching and entanglement with fishing equipment.