Dive into the world's oceans to explore the adventurous lives of one of the oldest living animals.

Descendants of huge prehistoric creatures, sea turtles are fascinating. Born from eggs smaller than a baseball, some can grow to weigh over a thousand pounds. Once adult, they can live to be 100 years old. And when it's time to nest, they migrate over 1,000 miles.

With colorful, clear illustrations and straightforward text, Gail Gibbons introduces the eight types of sea turtles living in the ocean today. Learn the similarities and differences with labeled diagrams and experience the hatching of tiny baby turtles with detailed illustrations. This updated edition now includes the most current information about these beloved reptiles, as reviewed by an expert in the field of herpetology.

Sea Turtles also gives young readers an accessible overview of how the lives of these grand reptiles have been threatened and discusses the conservation efforts currently underway. Ideal for aspiring oceanographers, this brilliantly illustrated book is a perfect introduction to the topic.