There are 360 living and recently extinct species of turtles, including land-dwelling tortoises and freshwater terrapins. They are found on most continents, ...
Scientists recognize seven living species of sea turtles, which are grouped into six genera. Each sea turtle has both a scientific name and a common name.
There are only 7 living species of sea turtles. Five of those seven are found in Florida – Green, Loggerhead, Leatherback, Hawksbill, and Kemp's Ridley.