Turtles are such a familiar sight to most north-central Texas and southwestern Oklahoma residents that we think little about these unique and adaptable animals. Turtles have been present in their ...

For pet owners, aquarium goers and nature lovers, turtles are a spectacle to behold with intricate shells and long lifespans. Turtles exist in a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. Red-eared sliders, ...

While most turtles are wild, many are adopted as pets each year. Keep in mind that turtles are sometimes considered exotic pets, so there may be local or state laws that restrict their adoption. There ...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — 11 out of the 16 documented turtle species in the Volunteer State can be found in and around East Tennessee. Whether you’re curious about what turtle is the smallest, ...

The Arkansas Delta is crawling with red-eared sliders, stinkpots and river cooters. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission wants to make sure it stays that way. The commission has funded a three-year ...

Turtles haven’t changed much over the past 100 million years or so, but the world around them surely has. With the proliferation of roadways, rapid habitat loss and the introduction of human-made ...