Sea turtles are ancient marine reptiles that have cruised the world’s oceans for over 100 million years, playing vital roles in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems. Species like the Green sea turtle help sustain seagrass beds, while the Leatherback sea turtle supports balanced jellyfish populations. Despite their resilience, sea turtles face serious threats from plastic pollution, climate change, habitat loss, and accidental capture in fishing gear. All seven species are now listed as threatened or endangered, making global conservation efforts—such as protecting nesting beaches, reducing ocean plastics, and promoting sustainable fishing practices—essential to ensuring these remarkable creatures continue to thrive for generations to come.