Lauren McGrory Sea turtles have existed since their giant land turtle ancestors returned to the sea sometime during the Age of Dinosaurs. Although there were many species of sea turtles back then, only eight species have managed to survive modern times. The green, black, loggerhead, Kemp’s Ridley, olive ridley, hawksbill, flatback, and leatherback turtles are in existence on our planet today. All eight species of sea turtles are listed as threatened or dangered on …showed first 75 words of 1203 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1203 total…to believe that it is logical to use animals at their own disposal. However, I believe that it would be a great loss if sea turtles became extinct. It is the responsibility of countries all over the world, including the United States, to put more time and effort in enforcing laws against the interference of sea turtles. The human race should use the power that they have to save the turtles rather than destroy them.