Fiona tells PEOPLE how her red-eared slider Izzie laying a single egg at nearly 40 felt “extra special,” even as the viral ...

Invasive species in any location are already cause for concern, but the red-eared slider turtle in particular has adaptations ...

Why should we avoid keeping turtles as pets? Turtles and tortoises, with their unique traits and tranquil demeanor, have often been sought-after exotic pets. Nevertheless, it's crucial to realize that ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — If you were hoping to own one of those cute little turtles with the red stripes near their ears, forget it. The state has classified red-eared sliders as a "conditional species ...

Four turtle species have been unexpectedly found in the Dumaresq Dam near Armidale. Researchers suspect some are dumped pets, which could pose a threat to endangered natives. The unexpected discovery ...

Hundreds of goldfish, turtles and other pests are being pulled from a popular park's lake to be euthanised.

The yellow-bellied slider is a semiaquatic turtle, native to southeastern United States, where it is the most common turtle species. As the name suggests, they have a yellow belly that is buried under ...

The great eared nightjar looks just like a dragon due to a few characteristics. Read here to learn more about these birds.

A new study from the School of Neurobiology, Biochemistry, and Biophysics reveals a surprising insight into the operation of ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

Asha was born at Bristol Zoo Project to first-time parents Neora and Laya on June 26 last year. Her mother Laya suddenly died in September, meaning Asha required hand-rearing and care from keepers.