It was seeing the smashed turtle on the road that helped me remember the photo I had taken last summer. This is a tough time of year for turtles and a good time for an informative column. Technically, ...

Every May 23rd, people around the world celebrate World Turtle Day. This special day started in 2000, thanks to the American Tortoise Rescue. It’s a reminder for everyone to think about how our ...

Snapping turtles are large freshwater turtles that are unable to withdraw their head and legs fully into their shells, and so have extremely powerful jaws that they use to defend themselves with by ...