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.
Turtles do not ride alligators. This is a myth or misconception. Turtles and alligators do not have a symbiotic relationship where one rides the other. They are separate species that do not interact in this way.
Turtles are reptiles, not mammals.
Alligators are not blind but do not have peripheral vision. Alligators may look to be slow but they are not.
Yes, turtles have the ability to yawn.
No, I have never witnessed turtles riding crocodiles.
Turtles do not ride alligators. This is a myth or misconception. Turtles and alligators do not have a symbiotic relationship where one rides the other. They are separate species that do not interact in this way.
Yes adult mud turtles are often hunted by alligators.
Yes, I'm sorry, but indeed they do eat turtles, especially the young, when their shells are still soft.
Turtles and tortoises branched off from the mainstream of reptile evolution years ago. Yes, turtles and alligators come from the same ancestors.
Both animals are capable of eating turtles.
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Alligators, mostly.
Alligators and turtles.
mother turtles and snakes are difficult
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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.
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