Testudines Collection

Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937)
Lord Rothschild, founder of the Natural History Museum at Tring, riding on the back of a giant tortoise

School of green chromis swimming over a couple of green turtles resting on a hard coral reef, Cebu, Philippines

Sea turtle
Ronald Bergkamp

Seychelles giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea hololissa), La Digue, Seychelles

Australian Way
Serge Melesan

Fly over the reef
Barathieu Gabriel

Black and white drawing of a turtle

Landscape gold turtles ripples
Sarah Manovski

Seaplane
Serge Melesan

Swimming pool
Serge Melesan

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Black-knobbed Sawback Turtle, Graptemys nigrinoda, Native to Alabama and Mississippi Date: 30/07/2008

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Ornate Red Ear Turtle, Chrysemys scripta elegans, Native to Southern US Date: 30/07/2008

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Ornate Red Ear Turtle, Chrysemys scripta elegans, Native to Southern US Date: 30/07/2008

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Eastern Box Turtle, Terrapene carolina, Native to Eastern Coastal US Date: 30/07/2008

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Eastern Box Turtle, Terrapene carolina, Native to Eastern Coastal US Date: 30/07/2008

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Indian Spotted Softshell Turtle, Lisemys punctata, Native to India Date: 30/07/2008

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Map Turtle, Graptemys geographica, Native to Northeastern US Date: 30/07/2008

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Map Turtle, Graptemys geographica, Native to Northeastern US Date: 30/07/2008

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Spiney Neck Turtle, Acanthochelys spixii, Native to South America Primarily Brazil Date: 31/05/2006

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Hawksbill Turtle - Cape Kri dive site, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia Hawksbill Turtle - Cape Kri dive site, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Turtle, c. 1575-80 (watercolour and gouache)
5916289 Turtle, c.1575-80 (watercolour and gouache) by Hoefnagel, Joris (1542-1600); 14.3x18.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

Kemps ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys kempii), baby turtles walking towards surf, South Padre Island, South Texas, USA

Kemps ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys kempii), baby turtle, South Padre Island, South Texas, USA

Yellow warning sign turtle crossing, turtles crossing the beach for laying their eggs, Manavgat, Turkey

Mediterranean Spur-thighed Tortoise -Testudo graeca-, Pleven Province, Bulgaria

Turtle Island is the name for the lands now known as North and Central America. It is a name used by some Indigenous peoples who believe their land was formed on the back of a turtle

Green Sea Turtle with Goldring Surgeonfish, Maui, Hawaii, USA
This green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, is having its shell cleaned by a school of goldring surgeonfish (Ctenochaetus strigosus) off the island of Maui; Hawaii

Baby turtle on a beach
Baby turtle at Pantai Pandan Sari, crawling on the sand; East Java, Java, Indonesia

A Sea Turtle Rests On The Beach At Sunset Near Kailua-Kona; Island Of Hawaii, Hawaii, United States Of America

This Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia Mydas), An Endangered Species, Is Having Its Shell Cleaned By A School Of Goldring Surgeonfish, (Ctenochaetus Strigosus); Maui, Hawaii, United States Of America

Green sea turtle and SUP surfer, Hawaii
A green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas), an endangered species, surfaces for a breath in front of a stand-up paddle board off the coast of Maui; Maui, Hawaii, United States of America

Giant tortoise being fed at Tring Park
In 1897 Walter Rothschild despatched explorer Charles Harris to the Galapagos islands to collect a large number of giant tortoises

Red-eared Slider Turtles (Trachemys scripta elegans)

Giant tortoises at Tring Park
In 1897 Walter Rothschild despatched explorer Charles Harris to the Galapagos islands to collect a large number of giant tortoises

C. Harris feeding Galapagos tortoises, 1898
Sailor and explorer Charles Harris was despatched to the Galapagos islands to collect giant tortoises for Walter Rothschild in 1897

Transporting Giant tortoises
In 1897 Walter Rothschild despatched explorer Charles Harris to the Galapagos islands to collect a large number of giant tortoises

A turtle swimming with its head peeping out of the water at the Alligator Farm in St. Augustine, Florida. (Large format sizes available)

Black-knobbed SawbackTurtle, Graptemys nigrinoda, Native to Alabama and Mississippi
Black-knobbed Sawback Turtle, Graptemys nigrinoda, Native to Alabama and Mississippi

Ornate Red EarTurtle, Chrysemys scripta elegans, Native to Southern US
Ornate Red Ear Turtle, Chrysemys scripta elegans, Native to Southern US

Eastern Box Turtle, Terrapene carolina, Native to Eastern Coastal US

Indian Spotted Softshell Turtle, Lisemys punctata, Native to Indiai
Indian Spotted Softshell Turtle, Lisemys punctata, Native to India

MapTurtle, Graptemys geographica, Native to Northeastern US
Map Turtle, Graptemys geographica, Native to Northeastern US

Loggerhead Turtle (caretta caretta) swimming, side view

Marine turtle, elevated view

Hawksbill sea turtle feeding, Bunaken Marine Park, Indonesia

A feeding hawksbill sea turtle in Cozumel, Mexico

Hawksbill Sea Turtle portrait, Australia

Hawksbill turtle swimming with diver, Papua New Guinea
Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming with diver, Lama Shoals, Witu Islands, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Testudines: From Green Turtles to Giant Tortoises" Dive into the enchanting realm of Testudines, where a school of green chromis gracefully swims alongside a couple of majestic green turtles. These ancient creatures have captivated the attention of naturalists and enthusiasts alike for centuries. Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild, an esteemed British zoologist from the late 19th century, was particularly fascinated by these reptiles. His contributions to our understanding were invaluable, shedding light on their behavior and habitats. Picture yourself in Australia's breathtaking landscapes, where golden turtles create mesmerizing ripples as they navigate through serene waters, and is here that you can witness the true essence of Australian wildlife in its most remarkable way. South Padre Island unveils another wonder – tiny Kemps ridley sea turtle hatchlings making their brave journey towards the vast ocean. Their determination serves as a reminder of nature's resilience and beauty. Fly over vibrant coral reefs teeming with life; it is within this underwater paradise that testudines find solace amidst colorful marine ecosystems. The tranquility beneath the surface mirrors that found in a peaceful swimming pool oasis. At Tring Park, witness a heartwarming scene as caretakers feed giant tortoises with utmost care and affection. These gentle giants remind us to appreciate Earth's diverse species and protect them for generations to come. Imagine embarking on an adventure aboard a seaplane soaring above pristine coastlines – catching glimpses of these magnificent creatures basking under warm sun rays or gliding effortlessly through crystal-clear waters. Through captivating images like DDE-90037062, DDE-90037035, and DDE-90037036, we are transported into their world – one filled with mystery, grace, and resilience. Let us cherish these incredible beings who have stood the test of time while reminding us about the importance of conservation and coexistence.