An app that uses drone footage to track plastic litter on beaches is promoting voluntary cleanup in Ireland

Plastic pollution is one of those problems everyone can see, yet few know how to tackle it effectively. I grew up walking the ...
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Caring for baby snapping turtles

Caring for baby snapping turtles starts with a warm, clean aquatic setup that includes shallow water, a basking area, and proper UVB lighting to support healthy growth and shell development. Feed them ...

Endangered freshwater turtle found at Singapore's Changi Beach

SINGAPORE: It was a fish out of water, or rather, a turtle in hot soup. Children collecting trash at the beach were thrilled to discover a turtle on the shores of Changi Beach on Thursday (Jan 22).

Endangered freshwater turtle found at Changi Beach

The soft-shelled reptile is likely a victim of the illegal pet trade, said an animal expert. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

What scientists learned from a mysterious surge in Canadian turtle deaths

Scientists have been closely monitoring a map turtle population after 10 percent died in 2022. They found a surprising ...
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Uncovering the truth behind a giant turtle shell discovery

Humongous Turtle Shell Unearthed. This shows an 8-million-year-old turtle shell that measured nearly 8 feet (2.4 meters) was discovered in Venezuela.
BusinessMirror

Mimaropa, a haven for marine turtles

On New Year’s Day, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) released 88 olive ridley turtle hatchlings in ...

Australia's Great Barrier Reef is an Underwater Wonderland in Serious Danger—Why Your Visit Can Help Save It

Here at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef, you’re practically guaranteed to see them. Descending toward this pristine coral cay, you might spot any number of creatures silhouetted against the ...
TVLine

Are IT: Welcome To Derry's Bert The Turtle 'Duck And Cover' PSAs Real?

One thing "IT: Welcome to Derry" handled just as well as building up the arrival of its killer clown is the depiction of the real, world-ending terror the country was ...
Live Science

Can a turtle tuck its head all the way inside its shell?

Turtle shells evolved over the course of 300 million years, but self-defense wasn't the initial driver, researchers think. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...
Tampa Bay Times

Tampa’s sea turtle hospital, pushed to the limit, fights to save a record number of rescues

Frigid seas trap turtles in deadly waters — and put Florida veterinarians on the front line of a climate emergency. Frigid seas trap turtles in deadly waters — and put Florida veterinarians on the ...
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How Does a Snapping Turtle Measure Up Against an Alligator?

Alligators are known for their incredible jaw strength. Snapping turtles are known for their aggressive nature, strong beak bite, and shells that can withstand a significant amount of pressure.