This month, let’s wander slowly and mindfully, and keep aware of turtles! During this time of year, female turtles leave their home ponds, wetlands, and lakes to make their nests and lay their eggs.

The state Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding New Yorkers that turtles are nesting in May and June, and asking motorists to “Give Turtles a Brake.” According to a DEC news release, ...

The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department is asking the public to be aware and help turtles that may be trying to cross roads. Vermont biologists say turtles commonly cross roads at this time of year ...

You wouldn’t normally see the words “turtle” and “lightning-fast” in the same sentence, but common snapping turtles have skills that put Olympic athletes to shame. Although some people in the comments ...

FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — Motorists on Fort Leonard Wood may feel like they are dodging more turtles than normal lately, and that is because in spring and early summer, the cold-blooded creatures are ...

When my brother Jeff and I were young, Dad worked the night shift at what was formerly Lancaster Press. One summer night on his way home, after he made the turn onto Lampeter Road from Bridgeport, he ...