The word derives from Late Latin tartarūcha coming from Tartarus, from Greek tartaroukhos meaning "from the underworld.' referring to the belief that the tortoise originated in the under-worldly regions.
baby tortoises are called TORTLETTES!! :)
A group of tortoises is called a "creep."
a group of turtles is called a bale, is this right for tortoises as well???
a group of turtles are called bale :)
Male tortoises are called "tortoises" or "torts," while female tortoises are referred to as "tortoises" or "tortoises" as well. The distinction between male and female tortoises is not typically made based on specific names, as with some other animals. Instead, they are generally identified by their physical characteristics and behaviors.
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Of Course! They are not just called Desert Tortoises for nothing!
no tortoises are veryy exspensive
Tortoises drink water.
Turtles and Tortoises have highly similar DNA, as tortoises are a subgroup of turtles.
No, desert tortoises are diurnal.
Yes, tortoises are endangered animals