Box turtles are one of the most well-known turtle types in the world. Learn about their biology, sizes, and how to care for ...

Turtles and tortoises are fascinating reptiles known for their hard, protective shells and ancient lineage. While all tortoises are turtles, not all turtles are tortoises. These creatures are found in ...

The shells of chelonians—think turtles, tortoises, and sea turtles—grow in layers, keeping a time-stamped record of environmental conditions. Uranium has shown up in the layers of turtles’ and ...

A recent tragedy occurred in Indian River County, Florida when an elderly man tried to save a turtle. The reptile was slowly creeping across I-95 when an 87-year-old Vermont native attempted to help ...

Researchers have found that a unique type of algae, usually only seen on the shells of turtles, affects the surrounding microbial communities. It is hoped that these findings can be applied to support ...