Who knew a tortoise could feel through its shell? Find out why most of what we think we know about tortoise shells is ...

Tortoise shell is not a subtle design. And though I’d marched into the salon ready to have all 10 digits painted in the distinct black and brown print, my nail technical kindly reminded me that ...

According to the Philadelphia Zoo, the Western Santa Cruz Galapagos tortoise eggs are hard-shelled, white and about the size of a billiard ball. The four hatchlings – which have yet to be named ...

The story of a cherished Galápagos tortoise at the Philadelphia Zoo becoming a first-time mother after over a century of peaceful existence is enchanting the city. The zoo has been home to Mommy ...

Those of us who have never owned a tortoise or turtle may be startled to learn they can feel through their shells. In fact, most of what we think we know about tortoise shells is probably wrong.