Freshwater turtles are hosts to a variety of blood parasites, particularly those belonging to the genus Haemogregarina. These parasites are significant in understanding the health and ecology of ...

This species is identified as “one of the world’s largest freshwater turtles.” During the late Pleistocene, the armored reptile existed for around 40,000 to 9,000 years. Maturin is named ...

Researchers from Lingnan University published their findings on Tuesday, noting the city was the last stronghold in the world for the three species of freshwater turtles. The golden coin turtle ...

Following advocacy by the Center for Biological Diversity, Turtle Survival Alliance, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, the IUCN SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group and ...