A Florida softshell turtle searches for a safe place to lay her eggs, but a crow has other plans for her eggs - dinner. America's National Parks: Everglades premieres Sunday 8/7c. | National Geographic TV

Meet the Florida Softshell Turtle 🐢—a flat, fast, and fascinating resident of South Florida waters! With its leathery shell and snorkel-like nose, this turtle can bury itself in sand and wait for dinner to swim by. But don’t be fooled by its calm appearance—its long neck and sharp jaws make it a skilled hunter. 💡 Pro tip: If you spot one crossing the road, use caution (and gloves!)—it won’t see you as a helper. 🐾To learn more about South-West Florida’s ecosystem and fauna, tune into this week

Over the years I've witnessed many ethical and unethical sea turtle projects. Sea turtles need protection, not exploitation. Around the world, “conservation” projects look the same on the surface… but behind the scenes, some are doing real harm. Here’s how to tell the difference 👇 🐢 Ethical Sea Turtle Projects ✨ Protect wildlife, not profit. 🔹 No touching, hugging, or handling turtles 🔹 No swimming interactions 🔹 Hatchlings are released at night, when it’s safe 🔹 Beaches stay dark quiet 🔹

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