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The skin of a turtle or tortoise, especially the land tortoises, may look leathery and tough but it is actually very sensitive. In fact, keepers at the San Diego Zoo have found that the Galápagos tortoises Geochelone nigra really enjoy having their necks rubbed.
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www.sdzoo.com/animalbytes/t-turtle.html
www.sdzoo.com/animalbytes/t-turtle.html
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A brief description of the differences between turtles, tortoises, and terrapins and guidelines for choosing the correct one for you. ... Turtle, Tortoise, or Terrapin: How to Tell the Difference...
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www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=17+1797&aid=947
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Difference between and comparison of Tortoise vs Turtle ... A Turtle lives in the water and a tortoise lives on land. Both turtle and tortoise lay eggs on the ground.
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www.diffen.com/difference/Tortoise_vs_Turtle
www.diffen.com/difference/Tortoise_vs_Turtle
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Turtle/Tortoise Frequently asked Questions ... 1) My turtle / tortoise's droppings / urine is white! What does this mean and what should I do? What do normal droppings look like and how often is "normal"? ... 21) What's the difference between a tortoise and a turtle?
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www.tortoisetrust.org/care/faq.html
www.tortoisetrust.org/care/faq.html
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California Turtle and Tortoise Club; Turtle Trivia ... What is the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? ... What is the largest species of tortoise/turtle?
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www.tortoise.org/general/wildfaqs.html
www.tortoise.org/general/wildfaqs.html
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How to Tell the Difference Between Turtles and Tortoises. Most folks lump turtles and tortoises together under the vague category of “very slow reptiles that carry their houses on their backs.” However, there are some subtle differences between turtles... ... How to Tell The Difference Between A Turtle And A Tortoise...
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www.ehow.com/how_2034746_difference-turtles-tortoises.h...
www.ehow.com/how_2034746_difference-turtles-tortoises.html
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According to the Turtle/Tortoise FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions): "In the USA - a turtle is found in or around water and a tortoise is found on dry land. In general, look at the back legs. If they are webbed, call it a turtle.
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www.madsci.org/posts/archives/nov2000/973347174.Zo.r.ht...
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Subject: What is the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? ... Date: Thu Nov 2 18:09:31 2000; Posted by Liha Mohammed; Grade level: 7-9 School: Soundview Prep School; City: New York State/Province: New York Country: New York; Area of science: Zoology; ID: 973206571.Zo...
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www.madsci.org/posts/archives/nov2000/973347174.Zo.q.ht...
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The difference between a turtle and a tortoise ･ Turtles primarily live in water (fresh waters, Oceans) and have webbed front feet to make swimming easy. ... ･ Tortoises live primarily on Land and have normal feet. They eat only plants and ...
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