# Turtles
Houston Zoo's 90-year-old tortoise 'Mr. Pickles' is a first-time father of three
It's always heartwarming to hear about successful breeding efforts, especially when it comes to endangered species. Houston Zoo's oldest resident, a 90-year-old tortoise from Madagascar, has reportedly become a father for the first time, thanks to a sharp-eyed zookeeper.
Snorkeling with Sea Turtles in the Quiet Town of Akumal, Mexico
Akumal, Mexico is worth a visit just for being able to snorkel with sea turtles just off shore! The beaches here are also beautiful, but seeing these creatures in the water is truly magical. Check out my next video for my tips on how and where to see them!
10 Critically Endangered Sea Turtles Rescued & Released Back Into the Ocean From Florida Beach [VIDEOS]
On Tuesday, March 7 at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area on Flagler Beach, the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) released 10 critically endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtles back into Atlantic waters after receiving clean bills of health from the aquarium's veterinary team.
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It was a beautiful tourism photo of a woman floating in the sea but there was a dark side to it so it was taken down
According to Yahoo News, it was a stunning tourism photograph from Tourism Australia and it was posted on their Instagram account. The photograph depicted a woman floating and swimming in the sea on Ningaloo Reef.
Scientists Find ‘Plastic Rocks’ on Remote Turtle Refuge
Scientists say they have discovered rocks made of plastic on a remote turtle refuge 1,100km from the Brazilian mainland. Yes, “rocks” — as in, solidified pieces of the earth’s most foundational substance. The geologist who made the discovery called it “terrifying.”
Slow and Steady Wins the Race: Uncovering the Shelled Wonders of Our Flippered Friends!
Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of turtles – the ultimate survivors! With their ancient lineage of over 200 million years, turtles are one of the most cherished and timeless creatures on our planet. From their tough shells that offer ultimate protection to their powerful legs that help them conquer land and water, turtles are nothing short of remarkable!
Freshwater Turtles Swimming With Me at Gran Cenote in Mexico
At Gran Cenote in Tulum, Mexico, there are countless Freshwater Turtles that are swimming or hanging around. If you bring snorkeling equipment, you can easily spot them swimming around you as you explore the beautiful underwater world.
Find Your New Best Friend, AND Hold an Alligator at This One Day Only Event!
(Photo by Ricardo Esquivel) Are you someone who loves animal companionship but can't devote the time or money needed to care for a fur baby of your very own? You might think your only real option is a goldfish or betta. And sure, fish can be an entertaining option, but don't you want to aim higher?
We Swam With Sea Turtles For Free!
These turtles are sharing (or maybe fighting) over a the remains of a fish, dropped by the fisherman above.Quench Your Adventure. Imagine getting to swim with sea turtles for however long you’d like. Nobody is directing you or telling you what to do. And the best part is- it's free! If that sounds like something you’d be interested in, then plan an epic vacation to Playa Piskado in Curacao! We flew from Miami, Florida to Curacao.
The Dinosaur of The Turtle World is The Alligator Snapping Turtle
Snapping turtlePhoto by Donna Yarbrough on Unsplash. Snapping turtles are large freshwater turtles that are unable to withdraw their head and legs fully into their shells, and so have extremely powerful jaws that they use to defend themselves by snapping. Snapping turtles can either be the common snapping kind or alligator snapping turtle.