17 Land Turtles That Make the Best Pets

If you live in a dry, warm climate, the Desert tortoise is an excellent choice. These guys are low-maintenance, hardy, and ...

How to care for a pet turtle? Why it isn't easy and could require decades of attention

Turtles have lifespans that can surpass some humans, drawing awe as more and more people adopt the hard-shelled animals as ...
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Dr. Bonnie Franklin: Those Beloved Pet Turtles from Your Childhood Get a Second Chance

Red-eared slider turtles can live a good life in a secure outdoor pond, and can be quite entertaining to watch. Credit: Braastad family photo In 1975, red-eared slider turtles with shells measuring ...
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Two pets found on island in Vietnam turn out to be critically endangered species

Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking Nomads On ...