Snapping turtles are considered aquatic due to their fondness for water. These creatures are hardly seen on the basking dock with their moderately bulky bodies. It can make you wonder whether these...

The myths about a turtle’s speed have not lost their popularity yet. People believe turtles are anything but not made for a sprint. Rather, they are more of a marathon material. Is this true? Can...

“Slow and steady wins the race.” Do you remember this famous quote from your childhood storybook? Of course, you do. For some people, turtles are the standard of slowness. Though turtles move...

I am sure you have heard the story of “Turtle and Rabbit” in your childhood. See, turtles are anything but not good at speed. They are gentle and move at a slow pace. It can often make you...

I am sure you have seen turtles moving both in water and land. These little creatures seem to enjoy both areas. But where do they feel more comfortable? Do turtles like being out of water?Aquatic...

A turtle may barely compete with cats in sleeping. It does not mean these pets do not sleep. You will find your pet turtle snoozing 4 to 7 hours a day. I have seen owners puzzled by the turtle’s...