Most turtle species actually help maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems by consuming dead and/or unhealthy fish or other animals and removing excess vegetation.

African side-neck turtle. These are unique aquatic turtles that have longer necks than other turtle breeds. They can grow to be 7-12 inches long and live for up to 50 years. Since African side ...

Never take a wild turtle home with you. Turtle species native to Delaware are prohibited from being owned as pets, according ...

Researchers at Loggerhead Marinelife Center found the earliest leatherhead nest in its monitoring history on February 25.

All sea turtle species found in Georgia are protected by federal and state laws. So, what can you do to keep sea turtles safe on the water?

Sea turtles can become cold-stunned when the water temperature drops below 50 degrees making them unable to swim.

Revealing active behaviour that adds to our understanding of the nature of a species. Michael Eastwell (UK) rescues an eastern long-necked turtle trying to cross a busy road to reach water. Michael ...

Moira, a subtropical turtle that was found nearly dead in the Strait of Juan de Fuca between Washington and British Columbia, has been returned to more suitable waters near San Diego. A father and ...