Most turtles are aquatic or semi-aquatic, while tortoises live on land. Tortoises, however, are often good swimmers. Turtles are among the most endangered vertebrates. Habitat destruction, illegal ...

These can't be just any wetlands — the spotted turtle needs clear, clean water; a soft substrate; and aquatic or emergent vegetation. The species' specific behaviors and habitat needs make the spotted ...

In Mexico, these turtles inhabit a couple of small, still-flowing sections of the Rio Sonoyta. Quitobaquito Springs and the Rio Sonoyta, like many aquatic habitats in the Southwest, are threatened ...

Before welcoming a turtle, the Humane Society of the United States encourages future pet parents to thoroughly research turtles, their habitat ... control, the aquatic care site recommends ...