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Volunteering with Turtles
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Seeing the graceful underwater flight of a leatherback sea turtle is one of the most mem-
orable sights for snorkelers and divers in Puerto Rican waters. But environmental condi-
tions, hastened by beachfront tourist infrastructure, have drastically reduced the population
of these magnificent creatures over the years. Visitors to Puerto Rico can take part in conser-
vation efforts by volunteering with organizations locally;
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