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chelonia mydas eat seaweed and algae, but they can also eat sea creatures like jellyfish, comb jellies, crayfish, and also crabs.

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What member of order do turtles belong to?

Turtles belong to the order Testudines.


What is the Genus Turtle?

The word Genus means species. It is not a particular type of turtle. The earliest known turtles were discovered 220 million years ago.


What are the people who study turles called?

People who study turtles are called herpetologists, as they specialize in reptiles and amphibians. Within this field, those who focus specifically on turtles may also be referred to as chelonologists, deriving from "Chelonia," the scientific order that includes turtles and tortoises. These specialists often conduct research on turtle biology, ecology, conservation, and behavior.


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