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But here are some generally accepted differences between the types of chelonians. ... 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...
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Differences between turtles and tortoises include: ･ Turtles primarily live in water (fresh water and oceans) and so have webbed front feet or flipper-like ... ･ Tortoises live almost exclusively on land, so do not have flippers, but normal...
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turtles live only in the water. tortoises live only on land. terrapins spend their lives in and out of the water.
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Turtles and Tortoise belong to the same family called Testudines. However, the Tortoise is a member who is well adpated to living on land only approaching water to drink or bathe. They have a larger domed shell and thicker/more stocky legs than the Turtle. ... What is the difference between a vegetable and a fruit? ;
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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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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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The distinction between turtles and tortoises is one of habitat rather than any major physical difference. Basically the word tortoise refers to a particular type of turtle that is well adapted to life on land.
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What is the difference between a turtle and a tortoise - trivia question /questions answer / answers ... ; What are the differences between a tortoise and a turtle?; What is the difference between a turtle and a tortise?; Is there a difference between Hispanic and Latino/a?; Is their a difference between a Woods and...
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What's the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? huge difference, turtles live primarily in water, tourtoise are land dwelling, they can get huge, weigh a ton (... ... What's the difference between a turtle and a tortoise?: by HungryGuy : Picture 1...
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