Most bioactive terrarium builders obsess over plants and critters, but a single overlooked layer at the bottom quietly ...

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden joined the Ohio Division of Wildlife in September for a statewide conservation effort to reintroduce Eastern Box Turtles to the wild. After a four week soft release ...

World Turtle Day is celebrated every May 23 to raise awareness about the threats faced by turtles and tortoises. Turtles, tortoises and terrapins, which together make up the order Testudines, have ...

High schooler Evan Budz's award-winning invention can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems. By Laura Kiniry Published May 12, 2026 9:01 AM ...

SINGAPORE – The early years of Singapore’s sea turtles have long been shrouded in mystery, but the public can now witness critically endangered hawksbill hatchlings getting a head start in life here.

It is illegal to touch, disturb, or harass sea turtles, their nests, or their hatchlings in Florida. If you find a sea turtle in distress, contact a lifeguard or the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...

A bioactive terrarium is a living environment that supports both the animal and the ecosystem around it. Choosing the right plants helps improve air quality and adds natural hiding places. However, ...

Creating a bioactive habitat with students can give them a window into the natural world while easing the upkeep for class pets and plants. Bioactive terrariums and aquariums are self-contained ...

Which turtle tank setup is best? Turtles are active, interesting reptiles that require unique care to ensure that they remain healthy. While adult turtles need large tanks, hatchling turtles can be ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The leatherback sea turtle offers a rare look into ...

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 ...