Inside a Turtle Shell Thanks to cartoons, many of us think of the turtle’s shell as more of a housing or case. However, the shell doesn’t house the turtle. Rather the shell is part of the turtle’s body and is made of bones, collagen, skin, and keratin. The turtle doesn’t have a separate body within […]
How to Identify a Turtle Turtles are among the most loved pets in the world and there are countless species of them from huge sea turtles to freshwater turtles and finally land turtles, also known as tortoises. These turtles have a huge array of needs with different types of turtles having different needs. Turtles eat […]
One of the most common questions we get at All Turtles is How can you tell if your turtle is a male or female. This guide is aimed at helping you solve that issue. There’s plenty of picture of both Turtles and Tortoises so you can make that distinction yourself. Be sure to watch the […]
Best Pet Turtle Different people have different expectations when it comes to defining the best pet turtle. Some want a turtle that lives long, while others want a turtle that won’t shy away from attention. Yet still, others prefer a colorful or unique looking turtle. Regardless of what you look for, turtles are among the […]
From history to present day there are many belief symbols. Some are of good omens and some are of bad omens. We even see some of these symbols in our dreams. Have you ever wondered what the turtle symbol represents in different cultures and meanings? In this article I summarize some of those symbol beliefs. […]
When is World Turtle Day? May 23rd When did World Turtle Day start? It started in 2000 Who Sponsors it? American Tortoise Rescue How is it celebrated? You can celebrate it in a variety of ways, but some include:Wearing Green Clothes, Dressing up as a Turtle, Saving Turtles, Research, and helping to create awareness. Check […]
How to Catch a Turtle Some people love to catch and keep turtles as pets. However, this act can be unhealthy and inhumane. If you decide to catch a turtle, ensure that you put him back to where you found him. This article explains how to catch one and handle him without harm. If you […]
