A recent tragedy occurred in Indian River County, Florida when an elderly man tried to save a turtle. The reptile was slowly creeping across I-95 when an 87-year-old Vermont native attempted to help ...

The fossil that was originally interpreted to be a plant, but researchers have now discovered is the inside of the shell of a baby turtle. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the ...

A sea turtle's shell is a masterpiece. A study reveals that marine turtle shells combine flexibility and strength to protect against predators like sharks and stress while optimizing movement. This ...

It's a long-held idea that turtles can tuck their heads into their shells when threatened. But is it true? And is this protective trick why turtles the world over have shells today? The answer is that ...

Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles with shells, so what exactly are their differences? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

When we picture sea turtles in the wild, it's easy to envision them as armored warriors—their hard, resilient shells serving as near-impenetrable shields against oceanic threats like sharks. These ...