It’s not just bullfrogs that threaten other species in Cache Creek, it’s also the common red-eared “slider” turtle. Both the bullfrog and red-eared turtle are considered invasive species and are ...

Vermont banned the import and sale of pond slider turtles, including red-eared sliders, to protect native species. Pond sliders compete with native turtles for resources and can spread diseases.

Each year during the spring and early summer, small turtles nestled below the ripples of Audubon Park Lagoon begin courting, mating and, eventually, nesting. Once their courtship is over, female ...

Red-eared slider turtles can live a good life in a secure outdoor pond, and can be quite entertaining to watch. Credit: Braastad family photo In 1975, red-eared slider turtles with shells measuring ...

While most turtles are wild, many are adopted as pets each year. Keep in mind that turtles are sometimes considered exotic pets, so there may be local or state laws that restrict their adoption. There ...

Inga Cotton has learned to love the Zen of the red-eared slider turtle. Usually that means following the turtle’s slow-but-steady lead at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, where for about a decade ...

As both a highly invasive species and a wildly popular pet amongst reptile hobbyists, red-eared sliders are everywhere. Whether you’re caring for a red-eared slider as a pet or just have a few hanging ...

Red-eared sliders make excellent pets for both beginner and expert reptile enthusiasts alike, but they need quite large enclosures to thrive in captivity. There are a few different options to choose ...