Turtles and tortoises move too slowly to pursue active prey. Tortoises are mostly herbivores, although some species will also eat carrion. They feed on grasses, weeds, leafy greens, flowers, and some ...

Australian freshwater turtles are facing an alarming trend. Almost half of these species are listed as vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered. The Mary River turtle (Elusor macrurus ...

Sea turtle shells balance strength, flexibility, and speed to ensure survival. A new study reveals surprising differences ...

turtles, amphibians, and fish. Almost half the 30,000 known species of fish live in lakes and rivers, and many aren't doing well; in North America, for instance, 39 percent of freshwater fish are ...

We have previously reported on the threatened species listing process, including particular challenges for freshwater turtles in Australia. We noted the pig-nosed turtle's dependence on continuous ...

the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today proposed protecting the alligator snapping turtle under the Endangered Species Act as a threatened species. This prehistoric-looking freshwater turtle is known ...

A sea turtle's shell is a masterpiece. A study reveals that marine turtle shells combine flexibility and strength to protect against predators like sharks and stress while optimizing movement. This ...

Conservationists say the southern bog turtle and roughhead shiner deserve endangered status as nonnative species threaten the ...

After an important hatching season, conservationists like Billy Collett are celebrating progress made toward saving Australia's endangered freshwater turtle species from extinction. His ...

Conservationist Billy Collett said his organisation, Aussie Ark, are working to save endangered freshwater turtle species from extinction. Source: Supplied / Aussie Ark The other method the ...

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia—Thailand is a major hub for the international trade in illegal freshwater turtles and tortoises, finds a new report, Pet freshwater turtle and tortoise trade in Chatuchak Market ...