If you love turtles but don’t have the resources to keep them as pets, you can still show your love for them in another way. Print and color these free turtles coloring pages!
With their expressive eyes and uniquely patterned shells, turtles are clearly some of the most unique animals on the planet. They come in all sizes, and colors, and live in various habitats. These animals rule both land and water with their homes on their backs!
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Not all people express themselves through art, but if you’re willing to explore the world of colors, grab these free turtle coloring pages! Coloring is a therapeutic, calming experience for both kids and adults. It can help give your mind the rest it deserves. The act of choosing colors, holding crayons or paint brushes, and applying them on paper are just magical!
Is it your first time working on coloring pages? No need to worry about super complicated patterns. These turtle printable pages have simple designs – perfect for newbies! Adding your personal touch and decorations will surely be a breeze. You can either work on these cute turtle printable pages in your room alone while listening to good music or with your children or little siblings.
FREE TURTLE COLORING PAGES PRINTABLES
This set of 5 has different styles. Print one turtle coloring page or print them all! The backgrounds are blank for easier printing, so add your own ocean or pond designs.
A LITTLE ABOUT TURTLES
Are you a fan of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Michaelangelo? What about that adorable sea turtle Crush from Finding Nemo and the popular Pokemon Squirtle? If yes, then you must love turtles very much! Turtles are beautiful reptiles that have been roaming the planet for millions of years now. Some of them even lived alongside dinosaurs. They are so awesome they weathered many tragic mass extinctions, including the one that wiped out the dinosaurs.
Turtles appear like the most boring creatures, but they are so fascinating. They can be either aquatic, semi-aquatic, or semi-terrestrial. They consume a wide range of food, from beetles and caterpillars to snails and earthworms. When available, they also eat fallen fruits, algae, and decaying fish.
In many cultures, turtles symbolize wealth, wisdom, and endurance. As some of the oldest animals on Earth, they also represent persistence and longevity. They say that when you dream of a turtle, it’s a reminder to take things slow and think through things to win your races. People believe that these animals have the wisdom of knowing that each special wish comes in perfect timing.
Thinking of getting a pet turtle soon? Then, be prepared for a long commitment. While a turtle’s lifespan depends on the species, almost all of them have the chance to live to a ripe old age. A pet red ear slider can reach 30 years. Bigger species, like the leatherback sea turtle, can live healthily for more than 100 years. Wow!
Also, before browsing care guides for specific species, decide if the right pet for you is really a turtle, not a tortoise. Do you know that tortoises are turtles, but not all turtles are considered tortoises? The terms “turtle” and “tortoise” are used interchangeably, but there are several differences between the two.
Tortoises live on land and have more rounded shells. They can’t swim – they are adapted to exist and thrive on land. Meanwhile, turtles have thinner, more dynamic carapaces. With webbed feet and a more streamlined body, they are adapted for aquatic life.
Caring for a turtle is not for the fainthearted. If you think that now is not the best time to adopt one, that’s okay. Just express your love for them in the most creative way possible – by working on coloring pages. With these turtle pictures to print and color, you can celebrate the beauty of these reptiles and at the same time improve your creativity.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO COLOR THESE TURTLE COLORING PAGE PRINTABLES?
- colored pencils
- metallic colored pencils
- twistable colored pencils–you never need to sharpen them!
- fine tip markers
- watercolor brush pens
- dual tip markers have both fine and brush tips
- metallic fx crayons
HOW DO I PRINT TURTLE PICTURES TO COLOR?
When you download the Turtle Coloring file, it will save to your computer as a PDF. Then, you can print as many as you would like.
Use regular white printer paper when you print these coloring pages. You can print one of each of the 5 choices, or print several of your favorite pages!
All 5 of these cute turtle pictures have black lines, nothing in color. But you still want to be sure and print in black & white ink so you don’t use up your color ink.
MORE COLORING PAGES FOR KIDS
The fun doesn’t have to stop! After you print and color these turtles coloring pages, try these other animals: