On a warm April afternoon, turtles gather on logs and rocks to absorb sunlight. Basking in the sun plays a critical role in their survival. As so-called “cold-blooded” animals, turtles rely on ...

The first loggerhead sea turtle nest of the season on Fort Myers Beach is early, Turtle Time founder Eve Haverfield said. The ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — With the warm weather finally here, humans aren’t the only ones out exploring West Michigan. Turtles are on the move, which means you’re more likely to encounter one along ...

Melissa Macksey knew catching the culprits in action was a long shot, but it wasn’t necessary anyway: The scene they left behind said it all. Macksey is a senior biologist and conservation manager of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Humans should be careful about disturbing them as it can disrupt their essential basking behavior and long-term survival prospects ...