One of the amazing turtle facts is that some turtle species are meat eaters, others omnivores, happily munching on a variety of meat, fish, and plants, while many types stick strictly to vegetation.

In 1975, red-eared slider turtles with shells measuring less than four inches were banned in the United States because they were found to be a major ...

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 ...

Learn more about the lifespan of a red-eared slider turtle, whether it would make a good pet, and why it's considered an invasive species.

Freshwater turtles are one of the world’s most trafficked animals, and poachers tend to target rare species.

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking ...

Feeding turtles and tortoises right means mimicking their natural diet; the wrong foods, even common ones, can be harmful. Here are 32 foods to avoid.

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking ...

Feeding turtles and tortoises right means mimicking their natural diet; the wrong foods, even common ones, can be harmful. Here are 32 foods to avoid.

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking ...