Learn about habitat needs, diet, lighting, and common health issues. Painted turtles are named for their ornate shell markings and are also known as Chrysemys picta. This species includes the Eastern ...

Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as pets. They can enjoy long lifespans with proper care and adoration from ...

Beachgoers can help Florida's sea turtles by leaving them alone, keeping them in the dark and making sure there are no obstacles in their way as nesting season begins statewide. Sea turtle nesting ...

On exhibit at the South Carolina Aquarium are more than a dozen sea turtles that might look normal to the average visitor. But each one in the Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery space on the first ...

FORT WALTON BEACH —The Gulfarium CARE Center announced on Monday that it has a new tool to help injured sea turtles along the Emerald Coast thanks to a $13,391.40 grant from the Florida Sea Turtle ...

Bringing a turtle home might feel like a relaxed, low-maintenance choice compared to a playful dog or a demanding fish tank. But the truth is, these slow-moving reptiles come with long-term ...