Mongabay

A helping hand for red-footed tortoises making a comeback in Argentina

Conservationists are releasing red-footed tortoises back into El Impenetrable National Park in Argentina’s Chaco province, in an effort to reintroduce the species to the region. The species is so ...
KBTX

Crawly Critter Corner: Learning about Red Footed Tortoises

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Tank and Batman are red footed tortoises, and these shell covered critters are making big moves at a slow pace. Though they’re different sizes now, Eden Brickmeyer says they will ...
KGW8

After amputation, a tortoise is able to walk again, thanks to 3D printed prosthetic wheel

PORTLAND, Oregon — A 10-year-old red-footed tortoise named Cookie is movin' and groovin' again, thanks to 3D printing technology. The DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital said the ...
IFLScience

Tortoises Have Feelings Too, Or At Least Moods

Stephen has degrees in science (Physics major) and arts (English Literature and the History and Philosophy of Science), as well as a Graduate Diploma in Science Communication. Stephen has degrees in ...