Turtles
Russian Tortoise
Perhaps it is the tiny appearance that makes the Russian tortoise an ideal pet for many, but you must also be aware of other issues related to it, to provide an appropriate environment for the Russian tortoise. Here’s a brief encounter with the Russian tortoise.
Green Sea Turtles
The green sea turtle is not actually green in color, but the name exists because of the greenish color of the turtle’s fat. Read on to know more interesting facts about the green sea turtle.
Alligator Snapping Turtles
The alligator snapping turtles are the largest freshwater turtles in North America and also an endangered lot. Here are some interesting facts about the alligator snapping turtles and why they are a protected species.
What do Turtles Eat
Turtles are often kept as pets. They can be carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores. Here are a few tips on what turtles eat.
Different Types of Turtles
Turtles are excellent pets. They are one of the few economical exotic pets. Here are details about the different types of turtles.
Egg Trade Undermines Battle to Save Mexican Sea Turtles
Conservationists fear they may lose the battle to save Mexico's sea turtles as egg-eating remains widespread on the streets of Mexico City.
Tobago's Sea Turtles Are Losers in Paradise
A harsh contradiction darkens the horizon of the otherwise sunny Caribbean island of Tobago. On October 13, 2003, Tobago was selected by the World Travel Awards in New York City as being "Home to the Best Eco-Destination in the World." On November 13 the island was honored again, this time by the Caribbean Travel Awards Committee in London, as "The #1 Eco-Destination in the Caribbean."
Turtle Hurtles Towards Extinction
Species that swam seas 96m years before humans walked earth could be wiped out within 10 years. It weighs a tonne and it has outlived the dinosaurs by 65m years. But the leatherback sea turtle - one of the largest, oldest and widest-ranging marine animals ever to cruise the oceans - could be heading for extinction.
UN Urged to Reverse Turtle Decline
Scientists warned yesterday that the world's largest sea turtle will disappear forever unless the international community moves quickly to change fishing practices. The leatherback turtle population has plummeted from 90,000 to less than 5,000 in the last 20 years, according to James...
Conservationists fear they may lose the battle to save Mexico's sea turtles as egg-eating remains widespread on the streets of Mexico City.
Tobago's Sea Turtles Are Losers in Paradise
A harsh contradiction darkens the horizon of the otherwise sunny Caribbean island of Tobago. On October 13, 2003, Tobago was selected by the World Travel Awards in New York City as being "Home to the Best Eco-Destination in the World." On November 13 the island was honored again, this time by the Caribbean Travel Awards Committee in London, as "The #1 Eco-Destination in the Caribbean."
Turtle Hurtles Towards Extinction
Species that swam seas 96m years before humans walked earth could be wiped out within 10 years. It weighs a tonne and it has outlived the dinosaurs by 65m years. But the leatherback sea turtle - one of the largest, oldest and widest-ranging marine animals ever to cruise the oceans - could be heading for extinction.
UN Urged to Reverse Turtle Decline
Scientists warned yesterday that the world's largest sea turtle will disappear forever unless the international community moves quickly to change fishing practices. The leatherback turtle population has plummeted from 90,000 to less than 5,000 in the last 20 years, according to James...