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Turtle - Wikipedia Turtles are reptiles of the order Testudines, characterized by a special shell developed mainly from their ribs Modern turtles are divided into two major groups, the Pleurodira (side necked turtles) and Cryptodira (hidden necked turtles), which differ in the way the head retracts
Turtle | Species, Classification, Facts | Britannica A turtle is any reptile with a body encased in a bony shell, including tortoises The turtle shell has a top (carapace) and a bottom (plastron) The carapace and plastron are bony structures that usually join one another along each side of the body, creating a rigid skeletal box Turtles are members of the order Testudines
Turtles - Minnesota DNR by John J Moriarty Pick up this pocket-sized guide describing the 13 turtle species found in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin Keys help you with identification, as well as information on habitats, natural history and basking habits Find suggestions on where and how to observe these often secretive creatures
10 Species of Turtles Found in Arizona - Wildlife Informer Arizona is home to several species of turtles, including the spiny softshell, western pond turtle, and Sonoran mud turtle These shelled creatures can be found in various habitats throughout the state, from the Sonoran Desert to the high elevations of the Mogollon Rim
Turtle - Types, Size, Anatomy, Habitat, Lifespan, Pictures Turtles are reptiles of the order Testudines with a characteristic bony shell They are slow-moving, air-breathing animals that are opportunistic feeders, seeking almost sedentary creatures and plants for their diet
10 totally awesome facts about turtles! From giant, slow-moving land-dwelling tortoises and snappy terrapins basking in their fresh-water lagoons, to the graceful strokes of a sea turtle gliding through our oceans – check out our ten totally awesome turtle facts, below! 1 Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators! 2
Turtle - Adaptations, Habitats, Lifespan | Britannica Turtles have adapted to a remarkable variety of environments, but the greatest number of species occur in southeastern North America and South Asia In both areas, most species are aquatic, living in bodies of water ranging from small ponds and bogs to large lakes and rivers
What’s the Difference Between a Turtle and a Tortoise? Well, actually, there’s a meaningful difference between tortoises and other turtles All tortoises are in fact turtles—that is, they belong to the order Testudines or Chelonia, reptiles having bodies encased in a bony shell—but not all turtles are tortoises
10 Types of Turtles in Michigan (With Pictures) With over 3,000 miles of shoreline and thousands of inland lakes, rivers, and wetlands, Michigan provides a wide range of habitats for turtles to thrive From the common snapping turtle to the endangered Blanding’s turtle, these fascinating reptiles play an important role in Michigan’s ecosystem
Turtles | Nebraska Game Parks Commission Nebraska is home to nine turtle species, each with unique characteristics, habits, habitats and food sources Some are found statewide, others just in sections of our state These animals are members of the reptile family tree, which also includes snakes and lizards Blanding’s Turtle in the Nebraska Sandhills