Trafficked turtles get a second chance at life in New Jersey sanctuary

Nestled in rural New Jersey’s rolling hills, a top secret animal sanctuary is keeping its occupants safe. The oasis is not ...

Authorities make disturbing discovery in raid at children's playground: 'Serious threat'

Wildlife Inspector Abdullah As Sadique called attention to the dangers these animals pose. "The red-eared slider is an ...
Indiatimes

Turtle or tortoise: Know the differences in their shells, diet, habitat, and more

Turtles and tortoises, though related, exhibit key differences. Turtles are primarily aquatic with streamlined shells and webbed feet, suited for swimming and varied diets. Tortoises are land-based, ...
Fox 12 Oregon

Salem advocates clash over turtle habitat, homeless camp

SALEM Ore. (KPTV) - Salem officials say they are trying to balance protecting a potentially endangered turtle species while taking care of the growing unhoused population in the city, but local ...
Center for Biological Diversity

Leatherback Sea Turtle Habitat in Puerto Rico One Step Closer to Protection

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico— As a result of a petition filed by conservation groups, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced that nesting habitat for leatherback sea turtles (Dermochelys coriacea) ...
WGRZ

Genesee Park gears up for Ruby's big day: Turtle fundraiser unleashed

GENESEE, N.Y. — The Genesee County Park and Forest volunteers, the ACORNS will be hosting a free event in honor of one of their longest volunteers, Ruby, a Red Eared Slider turtle. The goal of the ...