Serpentine-necked, four-flippered plesiosaurs were among the most successful marine predators in the time of dinosaurs.

limb or tail injuries; whether the turtle is gravid; and presence of internal injuries (not easy to determine). There are three main goals to consider in turtle shell repair and management.

Pet turtles usually only grow as long as 4 to 12 inches long, while the longest turtle ever recorded was around 15 feet long, measuring from his head to his tail and 13 feet wide. A similar statement ...

We've put them at risk, but with a little help, they're rebounding. Green sea turtles congregate near a dock in the Bahamas. They were so numerous during Columbus’s day that “it seemed the ...

Last week, the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians hosted a welcome home celebration for Leonard Peltier, 80, who spent ...

If you're ready for Spring to bring warmer temperatures, you're not alone. A group of sea turtles in Florida was released into the Atlantic Ocean this week after almost a month rehabbing from ...

The ocean is home to some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth, and among them, sea turtles hold a special place. These ancient creatures have navigated the world’s waters for millions of years, ...

The discovery of a well-preserved fossil is helping researchers learn more about an iconic Jurassic-period species.

Females lack the black mask, but both genders have olive backs and tail feathers. Surprisingly, many people have never seen ...