The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...

Here are five types of turtles that do well in captivity and make great pets. Due to their small size, spotted turtles make great pets for people with limited space. As adults, these little guys ...

The DWR stated poaching and trafficking of turtles, mostly for illegal pet trade, poses a major conservation ... disease screenings before the specific spotted turtles could be released.

The case included 292 animals, including 184 spotted turtles ... Poaching and trafficking of turtles, primarily for the illegal pet trade, is a major conservation problem, often resulting in ...

Police said Kimberly Savino, 43, allegedly kept more than 20 animals in "cruel" conditions at a home in Middleborough.

Turtles are often seen as affordable and low-maintenance pets, but some owners release them into the wild when they become too much to handle. While this might seem like the easiest way to get rid ...

The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...