On June 15, 2025, in Miami, Goliath the Galapagos tortoise turned 135 and became a first-time father. His offspring hatched after 128 days of incubation, marking a historic first for Zoo Miami.

Meet the world’s most destructive tortoise—small in size but an absolute powerhouse when it comes to causing chaos! From smashing enclosures to bulldozing anything in its path, this tortoise proves ...

In Florida, Burmese pythons have been found swimming 15 miles offshore, helping themselves to tortoise burrows and eating ...

In Florida, where relatively large numbers of adult tortoises remain compared to other states, partners have successfully translocated over 3,000 tortoises from planned development sites to Eglin Air ...

Getting prepared was one of the keys for success, which means not just physically training but getting your body accustomed to eating healthy. I am not a declared health-food nut ... And remember: ...

The baby tortoise now lives in a separate terrarium in the service area, and his parents can be seen in the Amazing World of Reptiles exhibit.

Offering a wide selection from those major groups provides a healthy meal plan. However, that does not stop a tortoise from eating everything it wants. This little tortoise is a diva with an eating ...

As softly as the flup-flupping of galápagos (tortoises) on the black island rocks, discussions began between the U.S. and Ecuadoran Governments. Subject: permanent, jointly operated air bases in ...

The elaborate setup on the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center is designed ... desert have grazed and trampled the plants tortoises like to eat, spreading unpalatable nonnative grasses in ...

Whether you’re a proud tortoise owner or taking care of a playful aquatic turtle, understanding what your reptile buddy can safely eat is the key to good pet turtle care. Let’s take a look at ...

And what’s safe for us to eat can be harmful to them; even common plants can be toxic to turtles and tortoises due to compounds they can’t break down. To keep them healthy, it’s crucial to ...