2019.08.04

Slow-Motion Extinction

Turtles’ famed longevity can mask their decline—until it is too late

Juvenile Murray River turtle (Emydura macquarii). Such turtles are growing rarer. Credit: Danita Delimont Alamy

Juvenile Murray River turtle (Emydura macquarii). Such turtles are growing rarer. Credit: Danita Delimont Alamy

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