Quick Take Turtles bask in April to raise their body temperature, boost metabolism, and resume their seasonal activity after winter. Species such as painted turtles, sliders, and map turtles rely on ...

When lakes freeze solid in winter, it may seem impossible for aquatic life to survive but turtles have remarkable adaptations that help them endure extreme cold. Instead of dying or escaping, many ...

You’ll spot rocks painted with the iconic Alabama “A,” because even stone animals need to show their team spirit. This is ...

The Peoria Zoo sits quietly in Glen Oak Park, housing some of the planet’s most endangered species while the rest of the ...

Indiana DNR shares how to help native Indiana turtles cross the road safely and why they don't make good pets.

Turtles are crossing Kentucky roads more often in spring and summer. Learn how to help them safely and legally.

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This little one came into the zoo's care in October 2025, after being found stranded in Satellite Beach as they arrived at Brevard Zoo.

The visiting manager’s office inside Kauffman Stadium has a small desk, a private bathroom and some seriously cool artwork on the walls. That includes framed poster-size images of baseball cards. All ...

Murphy nicknamed a pocket turtle “Bobby Jr.” in honor of Bobby Witt and his son. Whitaker reported Murphy paid a Royals attendant $500 for the turtle during the visit. Murphy and his sons praise Bobby ...

Sea Turtle Inc. has a new furry friend who’s helping to protect endangered sea turtles on South Padre Island. Meet Magpie, a ...

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the organization behind the innovative program shares details on the pup's training ...