Step into the Mysterious Realm of Turtles and Tortoises

Wood turtles move between forested streams, wetlands and nearby uplands. Roads, habitat fragmentation, collection and altered stream conditions can harm...

Spotted turtles use shallow wetlands and nearby uplands in eastern North America. Protecting movement routes between habitats is important.

Common musk turtles are small freshwater turtles that spend much of their time in water. They may release a musky...

Map turtles are freshwater turtles of the genus Graptemys, with species tied to particular river systems and lakes. Clean water,...

African spurred tortoises are large, long-lived animals from dry parts of the Sahel. Their size and burrowing require long-term planning.

Painted turtles are widespread North American freshwater turtles that bask near ponds, lakes and slow water. Legal rules vary by...

Russian tortoises come from dry Central Asian habitats and can live for decades. Responsible care requires suitable space, diet, heat...

North American box turtles are mainly terrestrial turtles with hinged lower shells. Roads, habitat fragmentation and wild collection threaten populations,...