Getting a pet is a big commitment. Pets require time and money. They also need to be cared for properly. The question is, are turtles a good pet for you? Turtles are great pets to have if you want ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Ask any herpetologist, Are Turtles Social Animals?, and you’ll get a pretty straightforward No answer from nearly all of them. These ancient reptiles have been around for more than 200 million years, ...

Box turtles face threats from cars, habitat loss and being taken as pets. Learn how to help these vulnerable creatures.