World Turtle News Today

World Turtle Day is a reminder to keep an eye out for turtles crossing the roads.

More than 100 turtles were rescued from frigid waters near the end of January; they were stunned by the cold water, which makes their heart rate and other functions slow, and leaves them lethargic and unable to swim. One was released in a low-key event on World Turtle Day.

Here you will find the top viral daily news, a synopsis of the stories, and links to each article to read the full story.

NEW YORK — New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar has reminded New Yorkers that turtles are nesting in May and June and encouraged motorists to ‘give turtles a brake.’In New York, thousands of turtles are killed each year by unsuspecting drivers when turtles cross roads to find nesting areas.“Vehicle strikes […]

It slipped by me last week. I should know better. May 23 is World Turtle Day. I have long been a fan of turtle...

Fisherfolk and others living along the coast have been urged to protect sea turtles from extinction as the nation joined the rest of the globe...

Jackie Tliemat is a tortoise disease research PhD student at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and also the woman behind the wheel of the 'Tortoise Taxi."

MASON, the 5-Star ultra-luxury modern pool villa resort in Pattayas Na Jomtien, engaged in a release of sea turtles, seagrass planting and beach clean up to promote environmental awareness and participation in the rehabilitation of Thailands

These shots from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo contest show why turtles are so terrific

Today is World Turtle Day! There's a good chance you might see one of these guys in the road this spring. What should you do if you see one?