PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Swimming in two plastic bins inside a brightly lit and sterile quarantine room at a Rhode Island zoo, 16 quarter-sized turtle hatchlings represent a growing worry for ...

When many families start to think about a good starter pet, a turtle often comes to mind. At first glance, owning one seems pretty simple. Get an enclosure, clean water, and a light, and let them do ...

Learn about habitat needs, diet, lighting, and common health issues. Painted turtles are named for their ornate shell markings and are also known as Chrysemys picta. This species includes the Eastern ...

Getting a pet is a big commitment. Pets require time and money. They also need to be cared for properly. The question is, are turtles a good pet for you? Turtles are great pets to have if you want ...

Feeding a pet turtle or tortoise may seem simple – just offer a mix of vegetables, the odd fruity treat, a bit of meat here and there or scraps from the table. But there’s more to it than meets the ...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department says keeping native turtles as pets is prohibited because it can harm the turtle and pose threats to wild ...

Thinking about getting a pet turtle? Great choice! Turtles are low-maintenance, fascinating, and can live for decades. Don’t be surprised if some live even longer than their owners. But before you ...

Red-eared slider turtles can live a good life in a secure outdoor pond, and can be quite entertaining to watch. Credit: Braastad family photo In 1975, red-eared slider turtles with shells measuring ...