The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...

The spotted turtle's alluring features — its diminutive size, smooth black shell and dainty yellow speckles — have unfortunately contributed to its decline, since its charisma has made it a favorite ...

In the now-viral video posted on Twitter, Santore spotted the turtle from across ... lacking in our river system." Snapping turtles typically range in size from 8 to 14 inches, with a record ...