Burlington’s own Evan Budz is making waves in the world of youth innovation after winning the Best Project in Innovation at the 63rd Canada-Wide Science Fair, held this year at ...

The species of Snapping Turtles found in South Dakota is the "common snapping turtle" (or known as Chelydra serpentina).

After seeing the pain caused by a plastic straw becoming lodged in a sea turtle's nose, a global call to action was made to ban them.

“With their sharp vision and quick reflexes, turtles can snap up prey in the blink of an eye,” the video was captioned. “The ...

Centuries ago this tree was used for all kinds of medicinal properties of its bark and pods. The name of catalpa originated ...

They’re also a bit of a bridge between land and water, depending on the species. “All animals with a backbone and a shell are turtles,” says Jeffrey Lovich, Research Ecologist at the U.S. Ge ...

"Stretch was loved and adored by guests and staff alike, being a fantastic ambassador for his species. He will be dearly missed," Mystic Aquarium's Facebook post read.

According to the Department of Environmental Conservation, vehicle strikes are a major cause of turtle deaths, and drivers ...

Last week, 14 turtles were admitted to the Dane County Humane Society’s Wildlife Center after being struck by vehicles.

Iowa is home to 13 wild turtle species, nearly all of which are in need of conservation action, or are endangered due to a ...

Never take a wild turtle home with you. Turtle species native to Delaware are prohibited from being owned as pets, according to the Delaware Department of Agriculture, and red-eared sliders require a ...

While in season, snapping turtles may only be hunted with a firearm or a bow, not with a flashlight and net as was reported ...