2 A tortoise by any other name A turtle refers to any reptile with a shell, so all tortoises are technically turtles, too. The main difference is that tortoises live only on land, while turtles ...

A local sanctuary for rescued tortoises is racing to rebuild after strong winds destroyed their hoop house, leaving the ...

Always consult an expert in Chelonians (the official term for this group of shelled reptiles) if you’re unsure, but with a little knowledge, you can make sure your reptile is getting the right ...

Long snakes, small lizards and large-shelled tortoises were the stars of the weekend HERPS Exotic Reptile & Pet Show at the ...

Turtles are reptiles of the order Chelonii or Testudines characterized by a special bony or cartilaginous shell developed from their ribs and acting as a shield. The earliest known turtles date ...