This adaptation allows them to stay underwater ... which provide habitats for other marine life. Freshwater turtles assist in controlling insect populations and dispersing seeds.

Amphibians and reptiles are amazing creatures with clever adaptations that have allowed them to brave ... email alerts about how you can help save these and other species. Freshwater turtles are also ...

This species is identified as “one of the world’s largest freshwater turtles.” During the late Pleistocene, the armored reptile existed for around 40,000 to 9,000 years. Maturin is named ...