By Turtle All About Sea Turtles Sea turtles, fascinating and charismatic creatures, have captivated the hearts of people for generations. With their distinctive appearance and vital role in marine ecosystems, these gentle giants deserve our attention and conservation efforts. In this article, we will delve into the world of sea turtles, exploring their various species, […]

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By Turtle Times Graptemys Conservation – Graptemys Barbouri, Graptemys Flavimaculata Graptemys Oculifera & Greaptemys Caglei We discuss in detail the life histories of four species from the Genus Graptemys. These species have gained special importance in the last decade due to their vulnerability and ecological significance. Graptemys Habitat Graptemys habitat is found in the southeast, and it’s characterized by […]

By Turtle Times Disinfecting Turtle & Tortoise Tanks Properly We all love our turtles, tortoises, and terrapins and often find ourselves offered a chance to acquire a new member for the family. You might be looking to find a mate for turtle you already have, wish to start with another species in addition to those you […]

By Turtle Times Corn Snakes – Elaphe Guttata Information Corn Snakes Species There are 2 subspecies normally recognized Elaphe guttata guttata — Corn Snake, Red rat snake, Red chicken snake, Eastern corn snake Elaphe guttata emoryi — Emory Rat Snake, Western corn snake, Great Plains rat snake, Prairie rat snake Whether the Rosy rat snake, Elaphe guttata rosacea, […]

By Turtle Times Dealing With Non-Venomous Snake Bites & What To Do In our opinion, most snakebite cases are not the fault of the snake, but of the person working with the snake or in its vicinity. Snakebites can be avoided by people using common sense. I’ve been bitten by a variety of snakes including […]

By Turtle Times Ring-Necked Snake (Diadophis Punctatus) Information Introduction To The Ring-Necked Snake Ring-neck snakes belong to the genus Diadophis, which is a name derived from the Greek word diadem, meaning “headband,” and ophis, meaning “snake”, Combined, the two words refer to the light collar or neck ring present in most ringneck snakes. The word […]

By Turtle Times Information on the Snakes of Maryland Table of Contents Toggle Information on the Snakes of Maryland Misconceptions about Snakes Myths and Facts About Snakes Outdoor Rules for Avoiding Snakebites What to Look Out for The CDC identifies 4 types of venomous serpents in the U.S. Snakes of Maryland List Pit Vipers (Subfamily Crotalinae) Eastern […]

By Turtle Times How To Tame A Pet Snake & Socialize Them Getting a pet snake is exciting but can be a bit daunting, especially if they are large or you are new to pet snakes. Below we will give you tips and things to try when you are having problems with your snake or […]