The Pacific Northwest has two native freshwater turtles, the Western painted turtle and the Western pond turtle. The pond turtle, found on the West Side, is state-listed as endangered in Washington.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Earlier this month, an anonymous rescuer brought a painted turtle ...

Have you ever wondered what happens to aquatic life in the winter when lakes freeze over? Rather than hibernating as mammals ...

Painted turtles sunning themselves in a pond. Why are sea turtles endangered? Discover the human impact on North American turtles and learn about the steps we can take to help. When I was young, my ...

A move by the federal government to protect an inland turtle that lives in freshwater and wetlands mainly west of the Cascades is drawing support from thousands of environmentalists but opposition ...

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GRAY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Ongoing research at East Tennessee State University’s (ETSU) Gray Fossil Site unearthed a species of horned painted turtles completely new to science, school officials say.

SMITHFIELD, R.I. (WPRI) — The Audubon Society of Rhode Island is warning drivers to use caution when driving near freshwater bodies this spring during turtle crossing season. In May and June, aquatic ...

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A Harrisburg University of Science and Technology professor has identified an extinct species of painted turtle, one that is entirely new to science. Dr. Steven Jasinski, a professor ...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — 11 out of the 16 documented turtle species in the Volunteer State can be found in and around East Tennessee. Whether you’re curious about what turtle is the smallest, ...