When asked what they like about leatherbacks, Keira said, “they are cute and peaceful when they swim — I tried to draw them like that,” and Alexa noted their gentle soul. “Although giant, they don’t hurt other species,” she said.

Both sisters know how important it is to protect leatherback sea turtles. Keira reminded us that they’re endangered ancient creatures. Alexa is reminded of birds soaring overhead when she thinks about leatherbacks. She said, “It would not be right to have no leatherbacks in the ocean, just like it would not be right not to have big birds in the sky.

Thanks for all you’re doing to educate the world about the importance of leatherback conservation, Alexa and Keira. Keep up the good work!