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What is difference between tortoise and turtle??

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Answered by salonikadam9999
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Turtle vs. Tortoise. Tortoises and turtles are both reptiles from the order of Testudines, but in different classification families. The major difference between the two is that tortoises dwell on land, while turtles live in the water some or nearly all of the time.


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➡️ TORTOISE

• It is usually larger in size.
• It is semi-terrestial and fresh water form.
• It has oval carapace.
• Forelimbs and hindlimbs are not modified into paddles.
• Head can be completely withdrawn into the shell.

➡️ TURTLE

• It is comparatively smaller in size.
• It is an aquatic and marine form.
• It has heart shaped carapace.
• Forelimbs and hindlimbs are modified into paddles.
• Head is partially withdrawn into the shell.

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