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Are Loggerhead Sea Turtles Endangered?

Quick answer

Loggerhead Sea Turtles are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — habitat loss and human activity are among the main threats.

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Conservation status

IUCN listing: Vulnerable.

Threats

Habitat loss, hunting, and climate change affect wild numbers.

How to help

Support reputable conservation organisations working in the species' range.

FAQs

Where can I learn more about the loggerhead sea turtle?

See our full loggerhead sea turtle profile for habitat, diet, and conservation status.

Where do these facts come from?

Researched from IUCN Red List data and our editorial loggerhead sea turtle species profile.

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