KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Zoo Knoxville has made history, successfully hatching the first Malayan flat-shelled turtle at any Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited facility. For a species that rarely ...

On a warm April afternoon, turtles gather on logs and rocks to absorb sunlight. Basking in the sun plays a critical role in ...

A recent tragedy occurred in Indian River County, Florida when an elderly man tried to save a turtle. The reptile was slowly creeping across I-95 when an 87-year-old Vermont native attempted to help ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The broad-shelled river ...

The fossilized remains of a bizarre-looking reptile are giving scientists new insights into how turtles got their distinctive shells. Some 240 million years ago, this early turtle-like creature lived ...

Turtle Rescue League of Southbridge held its annual Turtle Summit, with students, rehabbers and folks who just want to learn ...