Warmer temperatures allow the eggs to incubate quickly, making the gestation period shorter. Generally, the incubation period lasts for 70–120 days, or roughly two and a half to four months.

The eggs are laid one by one into the nest and are then covered by the mother to incubate and keep them safe. A tortoise may lay eggs one to three times a year if it is in good health, most often in ...

A warning has been issued to pet owners about a worrying trend which could make animals "seriously ill". Here's how you can ...

The dikkop bird guards Nile crocodile nests, and in exchange, the crocodile protects the bird’s eggs. Discover this wild ...

When wetlands are disturbed by development, or for other reasons, turtles might build their nests by roadsides or even in ...

A planting party scheduled for the Rotary Club's mini-forest at the Fields of Uxbridge has been delayed - by a bird!

An endangered gay penguin couple at Chester Zoo in the UK have hatched a chick in what has been described as "fantastic news ...

City Councilman Chip Henderson has picked up some allies in his first try to resurrect the urban chicken issue since 2013. He ...

Break eggs into skillet, and cook until whites are set but yolks are still runny, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Toss together watercress, onion, and nuoc cham dressing in a medium bowl.

Drivers can take care near turtle crossings, especially in wetland areas, help a struggling turtle cross the road, call ...