SALEM Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists warn against buying red-eared sliders, nonnative invasive turtles that are illegal in the state. Red-eared sliders, named for the red markings ...

If you were hoping to own one of those cute little turtles with the red stripes near their ears, forget it. The state classified red-eared sliders as a “conditional species” and banned the sale of the ...

Maybe you’re searching for a family pet that doesn’t come with a side of allergies (like a cat or dog), or maybe you like watching pet turtles move about their habitat. The lifespan of a red-eared ...