Burmese pythons in Florida are devouring animals as small as rabbits and as big as deer and alligators. How they do it is fascinating and unsettling.

Florida's annual effort to tackle one of the world's most notorious invasive species is returning this July, but wildlife officials are making one thing clear: the event is not expected to eradicate ...

The origin of turtles has puzzled scientists. A new study provides more evidence that these shelled reptiles share a common ancestor with crocodiles and birds. By Sara Novak Turtles are weird. They ...

Watch a difficult sea turtle rescue as two fishermen works to free an entangled animal in need. See how the turtle reacts when helped. This video documents a real-world sea turtle rescue mission. We ...

April set off down a wooded path on the North Fork, nose to the ground, darting and weaving through the bunchberry, blackberry and ferns. She wore a bright orange vest treated with permethrin to deter ...

In the vast, seemingly featureless expanse of the open ocean, sea turtles embark on some of the most remarkable journeys in the animal kingdom. Traveling thousands of miles across ocean basins with ...

The origin of turtles has always been a bit of a puzzle for scientists who study the evolution of animals. To this day, where they fit in the tree of life remains a highly debated topic. The ...

Beachgoers flocked to a honu, left, feeding at the water’s edge at Laniakea “Turtle” Beach on Friday, on the North Shore. Crowds have returned after the Kona-low storms, and both government and ...

A hilarious wildlife rescue unfolded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, as a group of people worked together to move a stubborn snapping turtle out of the road near FDR Park. Kimberly Taylor shared ...

High schooler Evan Budz's award-winning invention can identify coral bleaching, invasive species, and microplastics without disturbing marine ecosystems. By Laura Kiniry Published May 12, 2026 9:01 AM ...

Ornate box turtles face threats from habitat loss, climate change and being hit by cars. Scientists urge the public not to take wild turtles home as pets or for turtle races. If helping a turtle cross ...

Ornate box turtles and their kin face steep challenges in today’s world, but people can help out by raising the deck height on their mowers, allowing turtles to cross the road and not taking them home ...