
The latest edition of Turtles
in Trouble is here.
Help us turn awareness into action.
“Impacting 43 of the 66 species featured in Turtles in Trouble, Turtle Survival Alliance has focused on protecting the most endangered turtles in the world. This document solidifies TSA‘s reputation as the most effective turtle conservation organization in the world and one deserving of your support.”
— Rick Hudson, President Emeritus, Turtle Survival Alliance
Published by the Turtle Conservation Coalition, Turtles in Trouble: The World’s Most Endangered Tortoises and Freshwater Turtles is a global report spotlighting the world’s most endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles. Last released in 2018, this 2025 issue serves as a powerful call to action, drawing urgent attention to species on the brink of extinction.
The Turtle Survival Alliance is proud to be actively working to protect 43 of the 66 most endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles highlighted in this edition of Turtles in Trouble.
When you donate to Turtle Survival Alliance, you're contributing to population monitoring, rescue and reintroduction programs, captive breeding, global education, community outreach, and responses to crises around the globe caused by the illegal wildlife trade.
Make a donation today to ensure a brighter future for turtles.
*Turtle Conservation Coalition: Turtle Survival Alliance, Turtle Conservancy, Tortoises and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group, TCF, IUCN, Re:Wild, SSC, Chelonian Research Foundation
Pictured: Burmese Roofed Turtle (Batagur trivittata). Photo by Kyaw Zaw Aung