Turtles, the ancient mariners of both land and sea, enchant with their enduring resilience and distinctive shells. These fascinating reptiles navigate diverse habitats, from sun-drenched beaches to quiet ponds, showcasing a wide array of species. Explore the captivating world of turtles on our website, where we uncover their unique features, behaviors, and their vital contributions to ecosystems. 🐢
Captain’s Lifelong Mission to Rescue Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles in the Gulf of Mexico Captain Brandon Upton, a commercial mariner based in Corpus Christi, has been dedicated to saving lives, especially…
“Oh my gosh. I don’t like this.” Dad and Daughter Rescue Trapped Snapping Turtle: A Heartwarming Act of Kindness After a heavy rain flooded Zebadiah Wilkes’ pond, he and his…
Man Caught Smuggling Live Turtle in Pants at Newark Airport NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — A Pennsylvania man was caught attempting to smuggle a live turtle through security at Newark Liberty…
“We were so shocked to see anything alive in there at all.” While kayaking on the Lake of the Ozarks, Carolina Diz and her partner, Brittany, spotted a strange-looking box…
How One Captain Became a Lifeline for Cold-Stunned Sea Turtles It was a bitterly cold day in January 2018 when Captain Brandon Upton spotted something unusual floating in the waves.…
3D Printing Gives Sea Turtles a Fighting Chance Against “Bubble Butt Syndrome” Sea turtles can often survive boat propeller strikes, but the resulting trauma frequently alters their shells, leading to…
An endangered sea turtle has been released into the Gulf of Mexico after being found off the coast of the Netherlands, 5,000 miles from its home A remarkable story of…
In north-central New Jersey, Maurice Rodrigues has transformed his expansive backyard into a sanctuary for turtles, housing nearly 200 of these reptiles and showcasing his deep passion for their conservation.…
“It was a good omen.” At a wedding, uninvited guests are typically unwelcome, but for Rachel Lobb, an unexpected surprise transformed her special day into an unforgettable experience. While guests…
Breakthrough in Turtle Genome Research Unveils New 3D Structure Scientists from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) and Iowa State University have unveiled the genome assemblies of two hidden-neck turtles,…