Snapping turtles are not the kind of animal that most people think of as "cute" with their funnel-shaped noses, thick, warty bodies, and armored tails. Box turtles are cute. Sea turtles are adorable.

MOORHEAD — The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding motorists that turtles are crossing the roads to nest this time of year. Motorists are asked to watch for them and, when possible, ...

As Minnesota flaunts freezing temperatures and people take post-holiday walks along ponds and lakes, keep an eye out for turtles tucked underwater for the winter — even after it freezes. “If the ice ...

ST PAUL, Minn. — Whether you're hitting the highway or taking a spin on the bike trail, keep an eye out for a slow-moving bump in the road. The springtime turtle migration season is beginning in ...

Painted and snapping turtles are most commonly seen as they move from wetlands to dry areas to lay eggs during peak nesting season. Wildlife specialist advises drivers to safely assist turtles ...