Turtles and Tortoises

Signs that a turtle may be sad include lack of appetite, unusual behavior such as excessive hiding or lethargy, and lack of interest in normal activities. Consult a veterinarian if you are concerned about your turtle's well-being.

The Owl and the Pussy-Cat set to sea in a beautiful pea-green boat. It is a poem called, "The Owl and the Pussy-Cat, " by Edward Lear.

A young crocodile is usually just called a hatchling from birth to about 12 weeks.

Desert turtles are adapted to survive in arid environments by obtaining water from their food and adjusting their metabolism to conserve water. They burrow to escape extreme temperatures and use their shell for protection. Some species, like the desert tortoise, are considered threatened due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

I feed my baby turtle (she is less than 3 inches big) grub worms from a bait shop and the turtle food you can buy at pet stores. Dried krill and shrimp. She doesn't like the reptile sticks, though. Maybe your turtle will! As she gets older, I will try more fruits and vegetables but right now she isn't really interested in those foods.

Turtles that are purely aquatic do not go in to complete hibernation but go in to a semi hibernation state usually at the bottom of the pool where they may remain for long periods according to the external climate.

Amphibious turtles leave the water and settle in the surrounding moist and grassy land often in burrows. Terrestrial turtles as well as aquatic ones if they are kept in well lit and heated pools or enclosures often do not hibernate but remain active feeding throughout the year. Turtles though unlike tortoises should not be allowed to hibernate in dry places as they need moisture without which they could die from dehydration.

The most favored period of hibernation for turtles like tortoises is from October, when the start displaying visible signs of sluggishness and a marked decrease in appetite, to March when they come out of hibernation. Hibernation in turtles varies according to the species as well as the climate of the place from which they originate.

ALL KINDS of reptiles are vertebrates, which means that they have a backbone. A turtle's backbone is connected to its shell.

um, in land, yes, but i dont think so in water unless it is a unique type of fast turtle or a slow shark

The common musk turtle (Sternotherus odoratus) is nicknamed the stinkpot because it releases a foul-smelling musk from glands on its body when threatened. This musky odor is used as a defense mechanism to deter predators.

Olive Ridleys Sea Turtles are omnivorous, feeding on crabs, shrimp, rock lobsters, sea grasses, algae, snails, fish, sessile, pelagic tunocates and small invertebrates. They are sometimes seen feeding on jellyfish in shallow waters. These turtles forage offshore in surface waters and can dive to depths of at least 150 meters (500 feet).

They are endangered because certain people kill them and then eat them.

Hawksbill Turtles are endangered because people kill,hunt and eat the eggs

They are mostly endangered because people, even though it is illegal, kill them for making jewerly with their shells. WE SHOULD STOP THEM FROM BEING ENDANGERED ! >:D

turtles are frequentally depicted in folklore as easy going, patient, wise creatures.

often symbolic for longevity and stability, tranquility, wisdom, endurance, steadfastness.

in Chinese mythology they are one of the four fabulous animals or the most prominent beasts,almong with the unicorn, phoenix, and dragon, it is of the water element ,and known as the ruler of the north.

Turtles smell though their chins ,by flapping the loose skin under their chin the throat moves air over the Jacobsen's organ whick allows them to sense fragrence.

live on every conent except for Antarctica.

Turtles can live alone or with other turtles, depending on the species and their natural behavior. Some turtle species are social and live in groups, while others are solitary and prefer to live alone. It is essential to research the specific needs and behaviors of the turtle species you are considering keeping as a pet.

Turtles lives in Water.Sea Turtles (superfamily Chelonioidea) are turtles found in all the world's oceans except the Arctic Ocean. There are seven living species of sea turtles: flatback, green sea turtle, Hawksbill, Kemp's Ridley, Leatherback, Loggerhead and Olive Ridley. And they can't live without water. That's how they swallow so they need water to eat. They always live in fresh water.

Turtles may have a similar smell to fish because they often eat fish and other aquatic creatures as part of their diet. Also, both fish and turtles live in water, which can contribute to a similar scent.

No they are not an arthropod.

Hatching at night allows baby turtles to take advantage of the darkness to evade predators that are active during the daytime. The cover of darkness provides them with some level of protection as they make their way to the water. Additionally, cooler night temperatures reduce the chances of overheating and exhaustion during their journey to the ocean.

A Tortoise
the giant galapogos land tortiuse

Think about this one. Imagine wearing a big laundry basket and being him with an anvil. How would you feel, sunshine? Turtles do like being hit with a hammer but they prefer being hit with: * chainsaws * picks * shovels * jackhammers * steamrollers * atomic bombs * bozucas * tanks * jets * air-to-air missiles *

Russian tortoises should be kept at a temperature of around 75-85°F (24-29°C) in the warm side of their enclosure during the day, with a slight drop at night. A basking spot should also be provided that reaches around 90-95°F (32-35°C) for them to regulate their body temperature. It's important to provide a temperature gradient in the enclosure for the tortoise to move between different temperature zones as needed.

There are many kinds of turtles in the order. They are all basically vegetarians. I would think to feed them green vegetables such as lettuce, greens, broccoli or any thing within that family of vegetables. However, some will eat flies or fish. If it's a pet I would feed the turtle leafy green vegetables.

The sponge-eating turtle is known as the Hawksbill sea turtle. They have a specialized diet that includes marine sponges, which they mainly consume using their sharp, bird-like beak. These turtles play a crucial role in maintaining the health of coral reef ecosystems by controlling sponge populations.

They lie on the bottom of whatever water they inhabit and wait for fish to swim by. They have a worm like appendage on their tongues which they wiggle to attract their prey. When the prey swims within reach they attack and catch the prey and eat it. They are extremely fast and powerful. They grow quite large. Some into the 100 + pounds area. They can easily remove a finger or even a hand if you reach out to them. My grandfather caught one on a trot line and when he tried to pull it into the boat it bit a hand sized chunk out of the side of his boat. I could easily imagine that in addition to fish, carrion could be included in their diet A:- I LOVE ANIMALS AND THIS IS THE BEST INFORMATION -that first answer is only the alligator snapping turtle. outher turtles like the common snaping are Florida snapping are any other are ambush predators are sometimes chase after they prey items THEY CAN ONLY EAT UNDER WATER IF YOU KEEP YOUR TURTLE OUT A WATER IT WOULD STARVE TO DEATH THEY CAN ONLY SWALLOW UNDER WATER KEEP THE WATER ABOVE THE TURTLE SO IT CAN SWALLOW.

The lower shell of a turtle is called the plastron. It is the protective structure on the underside of the turtle's body, composed of bone and cartilage, and helps provide support and protection for the animal's vital organs.

Florida has the highest diversity and population of turtles in the United States. The state's diverse habitats, including wetlands and coastal areas, provide an ideal environment for many species of turtles to thrive.