Illustrated reference guide features useful information on Green Sea Turtles with facts on physical characteristics, behavior, range, habitat, diet, and conservation status.

Common species are those that exist in large numbers. A species may be locally abundant, but not broadly common. Examples of common Wisconsin species are presented here.

Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, breeding, behavior, and conservation status of the alligator snapping turtle.

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Box Turtles (Terrapene carolina), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Painted Turtles (Chrysemys picta), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Snake-necked Turtles (Chelidae), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this family and maps of its global distribution can also be found...

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Snapping Turtles (Chelydra serpentina), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also...

From ABC News in Science, Jacquie van Santen's article examines how several weather tropical cyclones affect populations of marine turtles both at sea and on the `each.

Explore how different factors affect temperature and relate this to whether a baby turtle will be male or female. Investigate reproductive strategies of selected organisms, and list the pros and cons of different reproductive behaviors.

Actual photos of reptiles in their habitat.

This informative site makes an interesting case as to why turtles should not be pets. What do turtles need and don't need is discussed along with what can we do to help turtles survive.

Get acquainted with the alligator snapping turtle while browsing this animal guide from the Brookfield Zoo. Content includes quick facts and highlights on the appearance, habitat, social behaviors, and mating habits of the largest...

Learn about marine animals with fun, interactive, educational videos, games, quizzes, and activities.

Learn all about reptiles with these fun, interactive, educational videos, lessons, and games.

[Free Registration/Login Required] The reptiles unit covers classification of animals into the reptile group. It also covers defense characteristics of reptiles.

Article reports on the discovery of a giant turtle bone.

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Flatback Turtles (Natator depressus), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...

The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Matamata Turtles (Chelus fimbriata), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also be...

Common species are those that exist in large numbers. Locally common species are common in a specific area or defined range. One example of a Wisconsin common species is presented here, the southern map turtle.

Learn the difference between turtles and tortoises, the different types, and other interesting facts.

The Aldabra tortoise is one of the largest tortoises, second only to the Galapagos tortoise. Use this resource to learn more about this long-living animal.

Discover fun facts and learn about the appearance, diet, breeding, habitat, behavior, and conservation status of the narrow-headed softshell turtle.

Meet the green sea turtle and discover details about its behavior, eating habits, range, conservation status, and other unique facts.