This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American A giant softshell turtle known as Cu Rua that ...

For the first time in years, leatherbacks have returned to nest in significant numbers on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The leatherback sea turtle offers a rare look into ...