Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as pets. They can enjoy long lifespans with proper care and adoration from ...

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 ...

On exhibit at the South Carolina Aquarium are more than a dozen sea turtles that might look normal to the average visitor. But each one in the Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery space on the first ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) - The South Carolina Aquarium admitted its smallest patient into its Sea Turtle Care Center after it was found floating on marine debris. Chia, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, was ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Four sea turtles were released at a local salt marsh Tuesday morning after months of rehabilitation with the South Carolina Aquarium. The South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawai’i Marine Animal Response announced they are opening a new full-time sea turtle emergency care and rehabilitation facility in collaboration with Hawai’i Pacific University.

Bringing a turtle home might feel like a relaxed, low-maintenance choice compared to a playful dog or a demanding fish tank. But the truth is, these slow-moving reptiles come with long-term ...