Turtles aren’t known for their speed. In fact, it’s usually quite the opposite. (Slow and steady wins the race and all that.) But one type of turtle is actually incredibly quick, at least with its ...

These turtles face an array of threats, including illegal harvesting for their meat and the pet trade, accidental capture, ...

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - More than a dozen baby snapping turtles were found during routine garden work at a local hospice facility. And people at Hospice of Northwest Ohio are welcoming them to stay.

The CrittaCam Aussies visit The Reptile Zoo and get up close with Lou, the alligator snapping turtle. They learn about his features and strength. Plus, they are told some fun facts!

Locally, turtles' nesting season runs from about mid-May to mid-June. Motorists kill thousands of turtles trying to cross roads to get to their nesting sites. Seven of the state's 10 native turtle ...

Greg Wittstock visits the zoo for a checkup on Louis, their massive alligator snapping turtle! Getting Louis out of the pond with gators is a challenge!

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