DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Tuesday marks two days of agony for Dan Hemby, who said he feels like he lost a part of his family when his alligator snapping turtle named "Thanos," disappeared. "It's almost ...

HOUSTON, Texas (WPVI) -- Why did the turtle cross the road? Houston police snapped into action in the middle of the night to keep a turtle safe near Buffalo Bayou. This wasn't just any turtle. The ...

While the alligator snapping turtle might look like a giant beetle made from volcanic rock, these unique creatures are native to Kansas' rivers—and they're about to make a triumphant homecoming.

The Mississippi River flows for around 2,350 miles through the heart of the US. It drains an area of 1.2 million square miles – that's roughly 40% of the country – and at certain points is 11 miles ...

Greg Wittstock visits the zoo for a checkup on Louis, their massive alligator snapping turtle! Getting Louis out of the pond with gators is a challenge!

They may look like prehistoric bruisers with faces only a biologist could love, but alligator snapping turtles are proving they're more than just brawn. According to new research from the Texas Parks ...

An alligator snapping turtle – a freshwater species native to the southern United States – has been captured at a lakefront park in Kirkland, Washington. Kirkland Parks this week shared an image ...

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Here in the Americas, lake monster legends are a dime a dozen. More than a few of them were probably inspired by these ancient-looking creatures. In honor of World Turtle Day, here are 10 things you ...