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 ...

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 ...

https://www.petsradar.com/buying-guides/best-fish-tankWant to hear some fun facts about pet turtles? How about this? Did you know there are more than 350 species of ...

Turtles can be found anywhere, from local ponds and the deep, blue sea to an aquarium tank in your bedroom. These aquatic, semiaquatic or terrestrial creatures are easily recognized thanks to their ...

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 ...

California’s native Western Pond Turtle tends to lie low during the winter. But in the warmer months, it’s at its most active. You might occasionally spot the turtle basking on a sunlit log around ...

At least 51 people nationwide, including six in California, became ill with salmonella this summer after handling tiny, illegally-sold turtles, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...