Researchers have discovered a population of black softshell turtles in a wetland in southern Nepal, raising hopes for its conservation. The critically endangered species was previously thought to ...

Morigaon (Assam) [India], September 28 (ANI): A total of 104 hatchlings of three turtle species, the Black Softshell Turtle (Nilssonia nigricans), Indian Tent Turtle (Pangshura tentoria), and Ganges ...

CEDAR FALLS — University of Northern Iowa students studying Iowa’s rarest reptile aren’t just reading about them. They’re gathering information that will appear in future books and papers. Under the ...

When it comes to little-known outdoor events in Missouri, it would be safe to say few are more obscure than the state’s softshell turtle season. If you didn’t know Missouri has a softshell turtle ...

A total of 104 hatchlings of three rare turtle species were on Saturday (September 27, 2025) transported from a temple pond and released in a rhino habitat 85 km away. These turtles were raised at the ...

Blanding's turtle is a threatened species in Iowa. (Photo courtesy of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources) Iowa is home to 13 wild turtle species, nearly all of which are in need of conservation ...

With their leathery, pliant shells, Eastern spiny softshell turtles — the only species of softshell turtles found in New England — are especially vulnerable to predators. Since 1987, they’ve been ...

If you’ve noticed fewer turtles in Lee County wetlands lately, a recent bust may explain why. State wildlife officers have shut down the largest black market freshwater turtle poaching operation in ...