Have you thought about creating an outdoor turtle pond? If you live in one of the warmer parts of the country, you’re a turtle enthusiast and have a large yard, the chances are that you have. But how do you go about it? Follow our guide, and soon you will have…
Soft shell turtles are found throughout the world. They have evolved with a shell that is soft and rubbery, instead of hard. They have other fascinating characteristics that make them excellent pets, and they are among the most interesting turtles to study. Soft Shelled Turtles – The Basics Soft-shelled turtles are…
Michigan is home to ten species of turtle. They are found in wetlands, of course, in rivers, lakes, ponds, swamps, marshes, and even in cities. The species of turtle that call Michigan home are: Blanding’s Turtle Emydoidea blandingii Common Map Turtle Graptemys geographica Common Musk Turtle (Stinkpot) Sternotherus odoratus Common Snapping…
North Carolina is a rapidly developing state that still offers environments that are enjoyed by turtles. Ponds, slow-moving watercourses, marshes, swamps, estuaries, and lakes are all home to turtles in the state. With an Atlantic sea coast and mountain ranges inland, it is subject to severe climate conditions such as winter…
Painted turtles are, as the name indicates, very colorful creatures. With their vivid splashes of red, yellow, orange, ochre, tan, olive, black, and white, they are the show-offs of the turtle world. The skin of the head, neck, and legs is usually the most colorful part of the animal. Coloring on…
About 18% of the turtles of the world are to be found in the United States of America. And Georgia is one of the states that has been blessed by nature with a wide variety of these intriguing and enchanting animals. We have chosen ten of our favorite Georgian turtles. They…
Just What is a Snapping Turtle? Snapping turtles – guess what – they snap. They have strong jaws that can give you a serious gumming. Snapping turtles belong to the family Chelydridae, and they are widespread throughout the north, east, and south of the United States. They are also found in…
One of the things that most of us love about turtles is the way they look. With their wise faces, they seem to be as old as time, yet they can display some very cute characteristics. Their shells can be stunningly beautiful, and this has led to some species being hunted…
On the face of it, many turtles live in the mud and could be thought of as mud, or at least, muddy, turtles. But mud turtles are a specific group of amphibians that share common characteristics, and can be found throughout the United States, Central and South America, and Africa. Their…