While the alligator snapping turtle might look like a giant beetle made from volcanic rock, these unique creatures are native to Kansas' rivers—and they're about to make a triumphant homecoming.

KIRKLAND, Wash. — An invasive snapping turtle was found last week at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland. The alligator snapping turtle, which is the largest freshwater turtle in the U.S., was located ...

KIAWAH ISLAND, SC (WCSC) - While Uber is typically used by humans, it appears animals might have their own version down on Kiawah Island. The Kiawah Island Conservancy posted a photo of an alligator ...

An alligator snapping turtle – a freshwater species native to the southern United States – has been captured at a lakefront park in Kirkland, Washington. Kirkland Parks this week shared an image ...

HOUSTON, Texas (WPVI) -- Why did the turtle cross the road? Houston police snapped into action in the middle of the night to keep a turtle safe near Buffalo Bayou. This wasn't just any turtle. The ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Today’s something good is down on the shore! Alligator Point Sea Turtle Patrol shared a video of a recent turtle release celebrating Mistletoe, who was recently ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aug. 27 (UPI) --A large, invasive alligator snapping turtle spotted under a dock at a Washington beach was safely removed by a ...

Snapping turtles often get a bad reputation for their hooked jaws and rugged appearance. They look like creatures built only for defense, but the truth is far more interesting. These reptiles have ...

MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. -- The bitter cold caused dangerous and deadly conditions for sea turtles off the North Carolina coast. NC State University Center for Marine Sciences and Technology announced it ...

Here in the Americas, lake monster legends are a dime a dozen. More than a few of them were probably inspired by these ancient-looking creatures. In honor of World Turtle Day, here are 10 things you ...