Regardless of the etymology, Testudo has been an enduring symbol of the University of Maryland for over 80 years. A striking bronze sculpture, crafted by Edwin C. Mayo, was unveiled on June 2, 1933, ...

A crowd of approximately 40 people packed into the main room at Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center (NBSTCC) Monday, ...

What are Terrapin? Here's what to know about the history of Maryland's nickname ahead of the men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 ...

If you are a fan of the University of Maryland, you’ve probably seen a fierce-looking, shell-backed figure hyping up the ...

Turtle soup became a popular delicacy in the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries, with the dish appearing on ...

After the meat was boiled and separated from the shell and bones ... and the most sought-after species of the 1800s was diamondback terrapin sourced from the Chesapeake Bay.

Spring brings an explosion of life as ospreys return to nesting platforms, marsh grasses begin their new growth, and the first soft-shell crabs of the season ... or the barely visible snout of a ...

Spring brings renewal to the marshlands as ospreys return to their nesting platforms, marsh grasses emerge in vibrant green, and the first soft-shell crabs of the season ... or barely visible snouts ...