They are known as box turtles because they can almost completely shut themselves up inside their shells. They live up and down the Eastern seaboard from Maine to Florida, and and as far west as Texas.

This turtle, like all turtles, was very careful about where she laid her eggs. Most turtles lay their eggs in the morning.

World Turtle Day is celebrated every year on May 23rd. It is a special day to learn about turtles and tortoises and to help ...

They have a unique characteristic to keep them safe. When in danger, the eastern box turtle can close the hinged sections of its shell, effectively sealing its soft body in bone, forming a "box." ...

The House bill describes the many uniquely identifying characteristics of the Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) that include the hinged sections of their shells: When in danger ...