By David F. Kramer Turtles and tortoises are among the longest living animals in the world. A decision to own one as a pet could very well include a lengthy commitment, perhaps even as far as making allowances...
By Teresa Traverse If you’re considering buying a pet turtle, one of the biggest questions you’re probably asking yourself is how big your new pet will get. This is one of the most important questions...
By Teresa Traverse As a turtle owner, setting up your turtle’s habitat is key to keeping them healthy. This is where your pet will spend most of their time, and it needs to be just right. Here are general...
Image via iStock.com/theasis By Nick Keppler The tail-eating serpent is one of the oldest tales known to humans. According to ancient Egyptian legend, when the sun god Ra merged with Osiris, ruler of the...
By Geoff Williams If you’re looking to buy a turtle, you’ll want to consider how much they cost. Fortunately, turtles can be relatively inexpensive in comparison to cats and dogs, but require consistent...
by Lynne Miller Turtles and tortoises occupy a special place in the animal kingdom, particularly for their unique mating and reproductive habits. So how, exactly, do turtles have babies? Find out below....