Vermont banned the import and sale of pond slider turtles, including red-eared sliders, to protect native species. Pond sliders compete with native turtles for resources and can spread diseases.
AOL: Never Release Pets Into the Wild: 10 Exotic Pets That Are Now Invasive Species
Never Release Pets Into the Wild: 10 Exotic Pets That Are Now Invasive Species
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Four baby Eastern box turtles — a species with a plummeting population in Virginia — were recently hatched at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center, including rare turtle twins ...
Indiana DNR shares how to help native Indiana turtles cross the road safely and why they don't make good pets.
The Akron Zoo welcomes two baby endangered spotted turtles who are "critical for the conservation of their species," and will be reintroduced to their native habitat.
Southeast Missourian: Turtles in demand as pets, leading to a spike in poaching
Fort Worth Star-Telegram: Two pets found on island in Vietnam turn out to be critically endangered species
Scientists visited Hon Lao Island and found two critically endangered turtles being kept as pets. Photos show the first-of-its-kind sighting. Screengrab from YouTube video shared by Thinking Nomads On ...
Two pets found on island in Vietnam turn out to be critically endangered species
Why should we avoid keeping turtles as pets? Turtles and tortoises, with their unique traits and tranquil demeanor, have often been sought-after exotic pets. Nevertheless, it's crucial to realize that ...
Times Pets on MSN: Common nutritional deficiencies in pet turtles and how to avoid them
Turtles have specific dietary requirements that vary depending on their species, age, and habitat (aquatic, semi-aquatic, or terrestrial). A lack of proper nutrients can lead to long-term health ...