For many species, parents stay with their young for a certain time after birth. The video below shows a heartwarming exchange ...

The remarkable longevity of these animals is often linked to slow metabolisms, deep-sea habitats, or protective shells that ...

There is no need to look further than Earth to find plants and animals that live extremely long lives, says one reader ...

An investigation is underway after two dead tortoises were found dumped in woodland in Harlow. The bodies were found by a ...

In African folklore, the tortoise is often portrayed as the epitome of wit, cunning, and an insatiable appetite for ...

ANSONIA – Two tortoises were found abandoned near Beaver Street Thursday morning (March 6). The tortoises had frozen by the ...

A local sanctuary for rescued tortoises is racing to rebuild after strong winds destroyed their hoop house, leaving the ...

The 2nd Annual Gopher Tortoise Gallop 5K Run/Walk is happening March 22nd at Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach. All proceeds ...

Give your next visit to ZooTampa a VIP twist by upgrading your day with an up-close animal encounter or backstage tour!

The otters and 10 star tortoise will arrive from the Surat zoo, in exchange for five sangai deer, two blue-and-yellow macaws ...