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Why do turtles ride on alligators?
Turtles ride on alligators to catch a ride and conserve energy while moving through the water. This behavior is known as "basking" and allows turtles to rest and regulate their body temperature.
Are turtles mammals or reptiles?
Turtles are reptiles, not mammals.
Are alligators blind?
Alligators are not blind but do not have peripheral vision. Alligators may look to be slow but they are not.
Do turtles have the ability to yawn?
Yes, turtles have the ability to yawn.
Have you ever witnessed the extraordinary sight of turtles riding crocodiles"?
No, I have never witnessed turtles riding crocodiles.
Why do turtles ride on alligators?
Turtles ride on alligators to catch a ride and conserve energy while moving through the water. This behavior is known as "basking" and allows turtles to rest and regulate their body temperature.
Do alligators eat eastern mud turtles?
Yes adult mud turtles are often hunted by alligators.
Do alligators eat turtles?
Yes, I'm sorry, but indeed they do eat turtles, especially the young, when their shells are still soft.
Do alligators and turtles come from the same ancestors?
Turtles and tortoises branched off from the mainstream of reptile evolution years ago. Yes, turtles and alligators come from the same ancestors.
Do alligators or crocodiles eat turtles?
Both animals are capable of eating turtles.
What animal eats a big turtles?
alligators
What animals prey on snapping turtles?
Alligators, mostly.
What are the two reptiles that lay eggs?
Alligators and turtles.
How are mother alligators and crocodiles different from mother turtles and snakes?
mother turtles and snakes are difficult
What are three types of reptiles in Florida?
alligators crocodiles turtles
What do turtles get eaten by?
Turtles are known to be preyed upon by a variety of predators, including alligators, snakes, birds of prey, raccoons, and humans. They are vulnerable to predation, especially when they are young and small.
Do baby alligators snapping turtles need water to swim in?
yes
