Evolutionary biologists have known for some time that round worms, yeast cells, and fruit flies all age ... elephants almost 50, the Galapagos tortoises frequently make it to 100, and the Greenland ...

A gathering in North Carolina last year resulted in 10 probable cases of a parasitic infection from undercooked bear meat, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Clearwater officers corralled an African-spurred tortoise and transported her to a local aquarium until a suitable home opens ...

The tortoise, named "Shelby," reportedly tried to go on the lam "at a very slow rate of speed" before officers caught up.

These intestinal parasites hide inside your cat where they silently cause harm, but with the best cat dewormers and preventives, you can get rid of tapeworms, hookworms, and roundworms fast and ...

Turtles and tortoises, recognized for their hard shells and ancient lineage, thrive in various environments. Turtles are typically aquatic while tortoises inhabit land. These reptiles show unique ...

Officers with the Clearwater Police Department engaged in a “low-speed pursuit” Thursday with a tortoise that was found ...

Joshua Tree Reptile Haven is a new rescue and non-profit that takes in various reptiles, but focuses on tortoises. ONYX, Calif. (KERO) — Dana and Amanda Epps run the Joshua Tree Reptile ...

"Wow, a tortoise!" Albert exclaimed, his eyes widening in amazement. "No, it's a sea turtle, not a tortoise," Darian said through his snorkel. The appearance of these aquatic creatures frequently ...

A federal judge has partly ruled in favor of environmental groups challenging what one called a vast "spaghetti" network of popular off-road vehicle routes in the Mojave Desert, which they charge ...

Mojave National Preserve officials are continuing their efforts to protect endangered desert tortoises from vehicles with the installation of dozens of miles of roadside "tortoise fencing" in ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Tortoise Media is in advanced talks to raise funds from Gary Lubner, the South African businessman and ...