Sea turtle ecology research at the Northeast Fisheries Science Center

The leatherback is a most unusual species of sea turtle. In the Pacific, it's also among the most endangered.

Caring for cold-stunned Kemp's ridley sea turtles.

Learn about the operations that go into rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing protected sea turtles.

Sea turtles are fascinating creatures. Learn some facts about these much loved marine reptiles.

This intergovernmental treaty promotes the protection, conservation, and recovery of sea turtles and their habitats.

We are working with fishermen to make squid, shrimp, and sea scallop gear less likely to capture sea turtles.

Join us in celebrating Sea Turtle Week 2018 and learn more about these marvelous marine creatures.

An interview with NOAA Fisheries biologist and sea turtle scientist Manjula Tiwari.

NOAA Fisheries and the Maui Ocean Center Marine Institute work together to recover and protect sea turtles.

Get the latest updates from NOAA Fisheries on sea turtles in Hawaiʻi and throughout the Pacific Islands region.

This nesting season, remember to view sea turtles respectfully. How? We’ve got some ideas for you. 

Pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA), NMFS is designating critical habitat for the threatened green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) to include coastal waters surrounding Culebra Island, Puerto Rico, and the endangered hawksbill sea turtle (Ere

Managing, conserving, and rebuilding populations of sea turtles from Maine through Virginia.

A network of trained volunteers who respond to sea turtles that have accidentally become entangled in active or discarded fixed fishing gear and other materials.