This close-up of the Rafetus swinhoei turtle shows its head and patterned skin. The Yangtze giant softshell turtle (Rafetus swinhoei), the world's largest freshwater turtle and one of the most ...

In cartoons, when a turtle is spooked, it retreats into and closes up its shell. While used for comic effect, this imagery is based in fact – although not all turtles are capable of this protective ...

A global survey of 48 sea turtle populations shows recovery in over half the regions studied. Atlantic sea turtle populations are rebounding faster than those in the Pacific. Leatherback turtles ...

Endangered sea turtles receive critical imaging at MSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Mississippi State University.

Why should we avoid keeping turtles as pets? Turtles and tortoises, with their unique traits and tranquil demeanor, have often been sought-after exotic pets. Nevertheless, it's crucial to realize that ...

Understanding the romantic life of Manning River turtles led to the first successful breeding of the reptiles in captivity and a release of the next generation into the wild Barrington River.

PHOENIX — On Tuesday, two of the world’s most endangered sea turtle species found refuge at OdySea Aquarium in Scottsdale and now can call it their permanent home. The rare Kemp’s Ridley male sea ...