Tortuguero National Park, located along Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, is one of the country’s most remarkable natural reserves. Known for its network of jungle canals, dense rainforests, and rich ...

“Things like small mammals, hedgehogs, chinchillas, ferrets, those are all allowed in Illinois, and with reptiles, almost any nonvenomous species is allowed,” Teri Ross, executive director of Illinois ...

The Exotic Pet Center on Lockwood Ridge Road is marking one year under new ownership, with owners Michele and Chris Patterson ...

What types of trauma injuries do veterinarians specializing in exotic species commonly see in practice? And what are some ...

California treats hedgehogs like wild carnivores under state law, placing them on the same restricted list as lions and bears ...

The world of pet turtles extends far beyond the common red-eared slider that many of us encountered in pet shops growing up. For reptile enthusiasts seeking something truly special, there exists a ...

Turtles represent one of nature’s most enduring success stories, having survived for over 220 million years through mass extinctions and dramatic climate changes. These remarkable reptiles, with their ...

Cold air and frigid waters have caused more than 600 young green sea turtles to wash ashore on Florida's beaches this month—and more are turning up every day. Rescuers have saved them from the sand on ...

Brevard Zoo takes extra precautions to keep its animals warm during cold weather on Florida's Space Coast. Zookeepers provide heat lamps, extra bedding, and climate-controlled shelters for various ...