Turtles Are Taking The Instagram Spotlight With These Stunning Shots (34 Pictures)
If you thought that turtles and tortoises were only good at being slowpokes, think again! These animals are quickly taking over the land, sea, and Instagram.
With their bright colors and exciting patterns, it's no wonder that these creatures are becoming so popular. You can find pictures of turtles in various settings, from sandy beaches on land to beautiful coral reefs in the sea.
Some can even be found in more urban environments, like city parks and gardens. And while they may not be the most active animals around, they definitely know how to strike a pose!
Come to think of it, maybe turtles and tortoises are onto something with their leisurely pace. In a world that is constantly moving so fast, perhaps we could all learn a thing or two about being cool, calm, and collected.
Nature lovers and animal enthusiasts alike will adore these incredible shots of turtles and tortoises from all over the world. We've gathered some of the best that feature close-ups of their beautiful shells, basking in the sun, and even swimming through crystal-clear waters.
Scroll down to see these incredible creatures in all their glory. You might even be inspired to head out and try to get some turtle shots of your own.
1. Twinnies
2. Selfie Time!
3. Home Sweet Home
4. Just a Typical Day Under the Sea
5. Amazing Shot of a Turtle Coming Up for Air
Turtles have the ability to hold their breath for up to five hours while submerged. To accomplish this feat, they lower their heart rate for up to nine minutes between heartbeats to conserve oxygen.
6. He Looks Majestic!
7. When You See These Guys Teaming Up, You Know They're About to Cause Some Chaos
8. Driving to the Grocery Store
9. Munching on Some Pumpkin
10. I Think We Just Discovered a Shelled Gecko
11. An Unusual Friendship
12. How I Wake Up Knowing It's Monday
13. "Bed!...All Mine!"
14. This Is One Crazy Shot
15. Musk Turtles Piling Up on Each Other
Turtles will stack themselves on top of one another to get more exposure to sunlight. They do this to soak up as much UV light as possible while keeping themselves warm.
Finding a suitable basking spot is difficult in the wild, so when one turtle finds a good platform, others begin piling up to get enough exposure.
16. This Is One Big Guy
17. Sea Angel
18. What a Glorious Swimmer He Is
19. Beautiful Babies
20. Dumbo Is Now a Man
21. Basking in the Crystal-Clear Water
22. Just a Sea Turtle Doing Its Thing
23. New Life!
24. When You've Got a Shell, You Can Nap Anywhere at Any Time
25. "Whatchu Looking At, Kid?"
26. Gorgeous Close-Up
27. When You Have the Most Beautiful Belly in the Animal Kingdom
28. This Hatchling Is Heading Out for Its First Dive
29. "No Noise Please...I'm Working"
30. Check Out the Claws on This Guy
31. What a Beauty!
32. Hard Shell, Soft Heart
33. Say Hello to Kona! Don't Mind the Tongue; He Likes You
34. Chilling at the Seaside
Turtles are having a moment, and we couldn't be more thrilled. With their newfound popularity, we hope that more people will appreciate these amazing creatures and work to protect them and their habitat.
So the next time you see a turtle or tortoise, take a moment to enjoy their simple beauty and give them a little love. They definitely deserve it!
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