Utah has 15 endangered Mojave desert tortoises up for adoption. Once taken from the wild, they can’t return — but in the ...

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Adopting a desert tortoise is a unique way to connect with Arizona’s wildlife while giving a surrendered animal a safe, healthy home. These long-lived reptiles require specific care, space, and ...

If you’re looking for a lifelong best friend, Utah has a solution for you.

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources needs homes for 15 protected Mojave Desert tortoises that can’t be returned to the ...

SANPETE COUNTY — Utah residents interested in adopting an unusual but low-maintenance pet may have the opportunity to provide ...

SCOTTSDALE — Sonoran desert tortoises are built for the desert. With their short legs and tough shell, they slowly but skillfully traverse Arizona’s rocky terrain and, like goats, can get to places ...

IVINS, Utah (KUTV) — There has been a spike in visitors at Snow Canyon State Park as beloved Mojave Desert tortoises make their way out in the 90-degree heat. “Lots of people will come to our park and ...

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is searching for homes for 15 desert tortoises who can't be released back into the wild. And, Alan Osmond of the musical group The Osmonds died this week.