Organic farmers furious at herbicide use near endangered turtle habitat
Organic farmers in south-east Queensland are protesting a council's herbicide program that they claim jeopardizes their organic certification and endangers local turtle populations.
Where is the atoll island Aldabra, known for its turtles?
A quiz article that includes questions about various topics, focusing on the location of Aldabra, which is famed for its giant tortoises.
Scandal at a Thai airport: tried to board a plane with live animals in his suitcase and ended up arrested
An individual was arrested at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Thailand for attempting to travel with live animals, including turtles and primates, hidden in his suitcase.
More than 9,000 turtles are released into a river in the interior of Amazonas; VIDEO
Over 9,000 turtles were returned to nature in a traditional event in Presidente Figueiredo, Amazonas, involving local community efforts to protect these species.
Giant turtles reintroduced to the Galapagos island after a century
Approximately 150 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island in the Galapagos archipelago, where they had vanished over a century ago.
Turtle nests violated during carnival in Piauí's coast
Turtle nests in the coastal region of Piauí, Brazil, were violated during the carnival season, raising concerns over environmental crime.
VIDEO: nest with 86 turtles found after residents discover a hatchling on the beach of the North Coast of SP
A nest containing 86 Brazilian green turtle hatchlings was discovered at Paúba Beach in São Sebastião, São Paulo, prompting environmental teams to secure the area for their safety during hatching.
The Giants Have Returned: The Scientific Plan That Brought Turtles Back to Floreana Island After 150 Years
A total of 158 giant tortoises have been reintroduced to Floreana Island after being locally extinct for over a century, marking a significant ecological and scientific milestone in the Galápagos Islands.
ABC 50/50 quiz: Test your knowledge of Ninja Turtles, Netflix and nagging pain
The ABC 50/50 quiz challenges participants to answer questions on topics like Ninja Turtles, Netflix, and physical discomfort with a unique scoring system.
Constant sexual assaults lead female turtles to leap off cliffs in Macedonia
A study reveals that aggressive mating behavior among male turtles on Golem Grad island is endangering the female population, causing some to fall off cliffs.
Biology: Male Turtles Drive Females to Death
A study on the Greek tortoises on Golem Grad island reveals that male tortoises, in overwhelming numbers, are negatively impacting the female population leading to their decline.
Female turtles that throw themselves off cliffs to avoid being disturbed by males
A study on Golem Grad Island in North Macedonia reveals that female turtles may jump off cliffs to escape unwanted male attention, leading to their potential extinction by 2083.
Males' Persistent Mating Attempts Lead to ‘Extinction’ Crisis: The Tragedy of Female Turtles on an Isolated Island
Male Hermann turtles are overwhelming the female population, leading to serious implications for their survival on a remote island in North Macedonia.
More than 100 turtle nests are monitored on beaches in Piauí due to movement during Carnival
Authorities in Piauí are intensifying monitoring efforts for more than 100 turtle nests on beaches this Carnival season to protect them from increased tourist activity.
Shocking airport security busts reveal bizarre and hidden items tucked away in luggage
The TSA reported a series of unusual items confiscated from luggage, including a replica pipe bomb and illegally hidden turtles.
A Race Between Two Turtles
The article discusses how the rapid advancement of technology outpaces the slow adaptation of democracy and political thought, likening it to a race between two turtles.
Inspection seizes turtles, snakes, and alligator hatchlings on a vessel in Pará
An inspection in Brazil led to the seizure of 135 undocumented wild animals, including turtles, snakes, and alligator hatchlings, from a vessel.
Stampede from 80 million years ago: This was the pre-Hispanic treasure that Italian climbers accidentally discovered
Italian climbers have accidentally discovered a prehistoric stampede of sea turtles dating back 80 million years in Italy's Cònero Regional Park.
More than 600 tiger-striped turtles seized in a car on BR-290, in Porto Alegre
Over 600 tiger-striped turtles were seized by federal police in Brazil while being transported without proper authorization.
Possible pet turtle dumping could leave an endangered species at risk
Researchers are concerned that dumped pet turtles found at Dumaresq Dam may threaten endangered native turtle species.
More than 30 turtles found dead in RS; environmentalists call for the creation of a national park in the area
Over 30 dead turtles have been discovered on the coast of Albardão in Brazil, prompting environmentalists to advocate for the establishment of a national park to protect marine life in the region.
An audition test reveals that the rarest turtle in the world is sensitive to boat noises
A study has found that the Kemp's ridley turtle is sensitive to industrial and boat noise, highlighting the threats to this endangered species.
Exercise: Turtles as a Fitness Role Model
The article explores the metaphor of humans riding on a turtle's back to illustrate a calmer perspective on life amidst the chaos of the universe.
Animal Portrait: How to Build Wheelchairs for Turtles?
Sy Montgomery spent months at a rescue station in Massachusetts discovering that happiness can mean making a reptile with a damaged shell mobile again, in a story of dedication and will to live.
Call for citizen scientists to monitor threatened turtle species on NSW beaches
A campaign has been launched to protect endangered sea turtles in New South Wales following the discovery of a vulnerable nest that required relocation to prevent flooding.