How turtles survive extreme cold and perilous journeys

Nature · Published 29 September 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Witness the incredible resilience of turtles, from hatchlings navigating predator-filled beaches to species that endure sub-zero winters.

This footage explores the dramatic life cycles of different turtle species. On an Indian beach, 2,000 turtles arrive to lay eggs, leaving hatchlings to face a dangerous trek toward the ocean while evading predators. Elsewhere, the video captures the survival of baby painted turtles, which can withstand freezing temperatures as low as −10°C before emerging in the spring.

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