When many families start to think about a good starter pet, a turtle often comes to mind. At first glance, owning one seems pretty simple. Get an enclosure, clean water, and a light, and let them do ...

Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as pets. They can enjoy long lifespans with proper care and adoration from ...

Cleaning a snapping turtle tank starts with removing your turtle safely, draining the water, and scrubbing the glass, rocks, and decorations to eliminate algae, waste, and odor buildup. Replace dirty ...

NEPTUNE BEACH, Fla. — With the holiday weekend and the unofficial start of summer fast approaching, beachgoers need to remember that we share the beach with nesting sea turtles. Kevin Brown, field ...

Green sea turtles in Rio de Janeiro's Guanabara Bay have started to see some relief from fibropapillomatosis, a herpes-like virus that causes tumors, after cleanup efforts in the bay. (Carioca Turtles ...

The Bermuda Turtle Project and the crew of a visiting vessel combined efforts to help protect the island’s coastal beauty at Long Bay Beach, Somerset Long Bay Park off Daniel’s Head Road. The BTP ...