CONTENTS

A Note from the Author

Introduction

1 1. Getting to Know Turtles

Turtle Facts and Figures

Anatomy of a Turtle

Amazing Turtles

2 2. The Turtle Crisis

Threats to Turtles

A Global Problem

Turtles in Trouble

3 3. Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation

Treating Turtles

Shell Injuries

Other Injuries

Healing and Release

4 4. Headstarting

Harvesting

Incubation

Hatching and Release

Sea Turtles: A Special Case

5 5. Field Research

Following the Headstarters

Protecting Turtles through Research

Efforts around the World

6 6. Education and Conservation

A Good Education

Conservation: A Global Effort

7 7. Get Involved

How to Help Turtles

Glossary

Resources