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. 🐢
Since her rescue, Barnacle Bill has grown significantly, from just over 700g (24.7oz) to 3.1kgs (109.3oz), which has required increasingly larger enclosures. During this time, the GSPCA has made several…
The recent discovery that Australia’s most endangered reptile, the Western swamp tortoise, can survive in colder temperatures has reignited conservation efforts in Perth. With only 400 to 500 individuals left…
A woman known for walking her pet tortoise along the beach says she can’t imagine life without her beloved companion. Jackie Leek, often seen with her eight-year-old African sulcata tortoise,…
A large tortoise that had escaped from an ostrich ranch was rescued just in time from a potentially dangerous situation after being found on a busy Arizona highway. A Department…
“This was an interesting and shocking surprise” 😳 A few months ago, a resolute turtle named Bubbles was making her way across a bustling street in Orchard Park, New York,…
She was too weak to get out on her own 😰 Earlier this week, as waves crashed along Santa Lucea Beach in Florida, beachgoers made an unusual discovery. Among the…
Bubba, a 375-pound male loggerhead sea turtle, was recently released back into the Atlantic Ocean after a three-month rehabilitation at Brevard Zoo in Florida. He was found in St. Lucie…
Last month, a couple in New York purchased a new home and began an excavation project in their backyard. During one of their visits to inspect the progress, the husband…
They were absolutely shocked! When a turtle wandered into Cortney DiGiovanni’s yard, she thought the creature simply needed a place to rest for the night. The turtle settled comfortably in…
“I’ve never seen animals react to my music like that,” Clejan remarked. With 27 years of violin experience and performances in numerous venues for diverse audiences — not all of…