Eastern box turtles thrive at this Benton Harbor nature center with its diverse habitats. Researchers hope to find out why.

Feeding turtles and tortoises right means mimicking their natural diet; the wrong foods, even common ones, can be harmful.

Whether you’re a proud tortoise owner or taking care of a playful aquatic turtle, understanding what your reptile buddy can ...

A Carroll County man has turned his lifelong love of turtles into a sanctuary for lost or surrendered pets — as well as an ...

RICHMOND — Virginia’s wildlife agency is proposing major restrictions on keeping native reptiles and amphibians as pets. The proposals would ban the keeping of box turtles altogether.

Generally hypoallergenic, quiet, clean and relatively undemanding, they’re popular with allergy sufferers, people living in ...

In the United States, around 2.3 million households are home to reptiles, including turtles. Here's what the reptile can and cannot eat.

Turtles stand out among pets for their relatively low-maintenance nature, making them ideal for busy families. Unlike dogs that require daily walks or cats that need constant attention, turtles are ...