Box Turtle shell The eastern box turtle can close its shell tightly, giving it strong protection against predators such as raccoons. Read more
Spiny-tailed monitor The spiny-tailed monitor is a smaller Australian monitor lizard that uses its strong, spiny tail for climbing and defense. Read more
Armored companions: tortoises in herpetoculture Tortoises vary enormously in size, appearance, habitat and care requirements. From familiar Testudo species to tropical and giant tortoises, we take a closer look at their key differences. Read more