3K views · 44 reactions | Adopt a hatchling . Protect the future . Give the gift of conservation  by supporting ARCHELON’s work to protect sea turtles. --- Υιοθέτησε ένα χελωνάκι και χάρισε το δώρο της προστασίας  υποστηρίζοντας το έργο του ΑΡΧΕΛΩΝ για τις θαλάσσιες χελώνες. | ΑΡΧΕΛΩΝ-Archelon, the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece | Facebook

Archelon is a well-known prehistoric turtle that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 80 million years ago, with fossils primarily found in North America, especially South Dakota and parts of Canada. It could grow impressively large, reaching up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) and weighing over 5,000 pounds (2,268 kilograms). Unlike modern turtles, Archelon had a large, flattened, leathery shell, which allowed for streamlined movement in the water. Its long, paddle-like flippers enabled power

Meet the world's LARGEST turtle, reaching weights of up to 2,000 pounds! Learn more about leatherback turtles in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/35QNmM1 | Oceana