Tortoise shells are more than just hard protective armor—they are living, complex structures that grow, feel, and even heal! Contrary to popular belief, tortoises can feel touch through their shells, ...

Alagba, Nigeria’s royal tortoise alleged to be the oldest in Africa, lived to the estimated age of 344 before its death on October 3, 2019. Considered a historical figure, Alagba lived in the ...

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(AP video shot by Carela Rasolondraibe) This undated handout photo provided by the Turtle Survival Alliance shows staff members and volunteers rescuing some of the thousands of endangered tortoises ...

Rocky, a 100-pound tortoise, is not actually the first Los Angeles tortoise to be reunited with his family amid the fires San Dimas Sheriff's Station/Instagram Rocky's home! Amid the devastation ...

They can enjoy long lifespans with proper care and adoration from owners. Whether it's a turtle or a tortoise, Americans are bringing the creatures into their homes and learning the animals aren't ...

On Jan. 16, Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi swept through the Atsimo-Andrefana region, where the Lavavola Tortoise Center is located, dumping torrential rains that caused water levels to rise as high as ...

Credit: Sonnyhill / CC BY-SA 4.0 Archaeologists working in the ancient Greek city of Assos (Greek: Ἄσσος), located in what is now modern-day Çanakkale Province, northwestern Turkey, have uncovered a 2 ...

His message came just as the Roman Mosaic of Panxón was finally returned to its homeland this Wednesday, following a long and arduous odyssey. The mosaic, depicting a marine scene, was for many years ...

For some individuals who are airline free agents, it may not make sense to pursue elite status at all. This guide will evaluate JetBlue Mosaic status and explain how the status tiers work, how to earn ...

A beloved pet tortoise has been found safe in the wake of California wildfires. The rescue occurred after the family's Altadena home was destroyed in the Eaton Fire, according to the San Dimas ...