11K views · 212 reactions | It’s World Turtle Day, so let’s shell out some facts!   All tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are tortoises.  Just like human fingerprints, the pattern on a turtle’s shell is entirely unique to each individual. So, think you know our tortoises well? Guess the species based on their pattern! | Dallas Zoo | Facebook

9.5K views · 170 reactions |  In shell-ebration of World Sea Turtle Day, Maggie is sharing some fun green sea turtle facts, including how they can expel extra seawater right out of their noses! (Cool AND a little gross ) Want to help protect sea turtles? Skip the single-use plastics and keep beaches clean - small actions that make a big difference!  #WorldSeaTurtleDay #SeaWorldSanDiego #GreenSeaTurtles | SeaWorld San Diego | Facebook

5.5K views · 95 reactions | Guests have been taking SHELLfies all day up at Shell Station celebrating World Turtle Day! Contact keeper, Emily, has been chatting with visitors throughout the day and sharing some fun facts about our group of Sulcata tortoises. | Nashville Zoo | Facebook

5.3K views · 111 reactions | To keep streamlined and clean, a green sea turtle rubs their shell against the coral. By rubbing and scratching against it, they remove algae growth and barnacles and probably get rid of a pesky itch or two. | Shearwater Research | Facebook