17 Low-Maintenance Turtles That Make Great Pets

Not all pets demand constant attention, and if you're looking for a chill, low-fuss companion, turtles might be the perfect fit. These slow-moving, hard-shelled buddies don't need daily walks, won't ...
Concord Monitor

Closing time: How (some) turtles shut their shells

In cartoons, when a turtle is spooked, it retreats into and closes up its shell. While used for comic effect, this imagery is based in fact – although not all turtles are capable of this protective ...
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Brewery hosting science night to protect vulnerable state turtle

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) —Fossil Cove Brewing Company is hosting a Sips & Science night on October 23 to help protect Arkansas’ state turtle. Arkansas’ state turtle is the Razor-backed Musk ...
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GUEST COLUMN: Observations on UGA’s cutest turtle: The stinkpot

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. A rotund turtle with an extra-long neck and short legs bumbled across the bottom of ...