The Diamondback terrapin, the state reptile, deserves a place on the federal endangered species list, a group of concerned scientists says.

JD "Terrapin" Holt, who uses the pronouns "they/them" and "turtle," sits on a state sanctioned advisory panel, which recommends and evaluates policies about the state's mental health services.

Turtles, tortoises and terrapins are all names used for hard-shelled, egg-laying reptiles. ... In general, Florida law prohibits the taking or possession of any wild species of turtles.

In 2024, the Center for Biological Diversity petitioned the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for protections for the diamondback terrapin under the Federal Endangered Species Act.

Never take a wild turtle home with you. Turtle species native to Delaware are prohibited from being owned as pets, according ...

Turtles, tortoises and terrapins are all names used for hard-shelled, egg-laying reptiles. This month's River Life column tells their stories.

Delaware has 15 native turtle species, and many are currently migrating to lay eggs. Drivers should be cautious of turtles crossing roads and, when safe, help them across in the direction they ...

JD Holt, who also goes by “JD Terrapin” on Facebook, made the declaration with a straight face while introducing themself at a virtual council meeting on Dec. 20. “Hello everybody, it’s JD.

Common snapping turtle. Snapping turtles are Delaware's largest freshwater turtle species, reaching up to 35 pounds and 18 inches long. They are known to resemble dinosaurs, with large heads ...

Florida and Maryland commence the battle of reptiles in the Sweet 16 round of the 2025 men's NCAA Tournament on Thursday. The No. 1 Gators (32-4) take on the No. 4 Terrapins (27-8) at 7:39 p.m. ET ...

The Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program hands out $200,000 in grants to fund fish counts, turtle studies and environmental education ...

The Pensacola and Perdido Bays Estuary Program hands out $200,000 in grants to fund fish counts, turtle studies and environmental education ...