Sea turtle shells balance strength, flexibility, and speed to ensure survival. A new study reveals surprising differences ...

From serving up fresh seafood to scrubbing shells, volunteers from around the world are helping restore sea turtles to health ...

Scientists aren't sure exactly why the events are increasing, but say it's likely attributed to a variety of factors, including increases in turtle populations, changing climate conditions and water ...

Hundreds of sea turtles along the Atlantic Coast of the United States suffered from cold stunning over the past few months.

The Martin County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission rescued a massive leatherback ...

After seven months of rehabilitation a loggerhead turtle named Glossy Ibis by the New England Aquarium recovery team heads for the water after being released Aug. 5, 2021, at West Dennis Beach. The ...

A sea turtle’s shell is a masterpiece. A new study reveals that marine turtle shells combine flexibility and strength to protect against predators like sharks and stress while optimizing movement.

Nearly a third of the 101 dead or injured sea turtles found on Georgia beaches last year, had suffered injuries consistent ...

If it becomes difficult for turtles to swim, they may be washed ashore by winds and tides, or even drown. The longer the water stays cold, the more it can affect a turtle's circulation ...

Nineteen endangered sea turtles that were rehabilitated in Missouri after suffering the effects of cold water temperatures in ...

Lenny, a 322-pound loggerhead turtle, was found off the Florida Keys struggling to swim and with visible wounds.

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Nineteen sea turtles that were rehabilitated in Missouri after suffering the effects of cold water ...