Location: Tropical reefs in the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic oceans.

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Scientific Name: Eretmochelys imbricata

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Conservation Status: Critically Endangered

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Number left: About 25,000 

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Cause of Endangerment: Pollution. So many plastics and other pieces of trash end up in the ocean (Over 14 billion pounds) that they suffocate the turtle.

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How to help: The best way to keep the ocean clean is to not throw away recyclable objects. Also, make sure the products you buy are eco-friendly and can be recycled.