A man searches a shallow creek for snapping turtles by hand, using tracks, bubbles and movement in the mud before finally pulling up a common snapper and showing exactly where it must be held to avoid ...

With high temperatures, heavy traffic and high tides expected throughout Independence Day weekend, it is important to keep an eye out for diamondback terrapins when driving on shore roads.

It was only by fate, or luck, that a severely injured snapping turtle was found on a Southwick road by a licensed wildlife ...

The name Chelydra serpentina evokes colossal reptiles stomping through ancient forests. But it's actually just the scientific ...

While it may vary between species, summer is nesting season for many turtles—making it a prime time to come across a nest in your yard or garden. While you may be tempted to tak ...