TUCSON, Ariz.— The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced final critical habitat protection today for the endangered Sonoyta mud turtle. These highly aquatic turtles are found only in Pima County, ...

Quitobaquito Springs and the Rio Sonoyta, like many aquatic habitats in the Southwest, are threatened ecosystems. The major threat: groundwater withdrawal. Lower water tables could ultimately drain ...

Men impersonating environmental inspectors have stolen dozens of endangered mud turtles from a laboratory in Puerto Vallarta, ...

Small mud turtles can live up to 50 years and become interesting companions when given the right habitat and care. The question is: are African sideneck turtles good for beginners? Let’s look at ...