07
May
Turtles turn female as habitats heat up
The sex of unborn painted turtles is dictated by ambient temperature. A new study suggests climate change could doom the species to a brief, all-female future.
07
May
Turtles turn female as habitats heat up
The sex of unborn painted turtles is dictated by ambient temperature. A new study suggests climate change could doom the species to a brief, all-female future.
28
Feb
Alarming decline of leatherback turtles continues
Environmental changes and human interference are the two top reasons for the turtles being at risk for extinction.
06
Feb
04
Jan
09
Nov
Sandy disrupted sea turtle nesting boom
Loggerhead turtles considered threatened species by federal government and even endangered by some states.
11
Jun
Near-extinct turtle bred on artificial beach
The critically endangered northern river terrapin has been bred for the first time using an artificial beach.
16
May
Scientists lift lid on turtle evolution
Turtles are closer relatives of crocodiles and birds than of lizards and snakes, according to researchers.
12
Apr
25 most endangered turtles to get helping hand from conservation group
The Wildlife Conservation Society plans to breed and reintroduce some species of turtles and tortoises into the wild.
20
Mar
Green turtles find safe haven in Marine Protected Areas
35 percent of 145 turtles tracked using satellite tags use protected ocean areas for foraging, indicating that the turtles are attracted to the preserved zones.
10
Feb
Threatened turtles dine in Gulf of Mexico hotspots
New research may allow for scientists to accurately predict where sea turtles will feed, information that would prove vital conservation efforts.
