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∙ 11y agoTortoises are a very ancient type of animal, they were around at the time of the dinosaurs and survived extinction event that killed the dinosaurs.
This means that they are to be found on all parts of the planet because they occupied the super continent that broke up to form our current continental configuration.
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∙ 15y agoA turtle's shell does not come from anywhere it grows after the average turtle's body loses it's last one
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∙ 11y agothe turtle/reptile family. remember Mr. Fab- mammal, reptile, fish, amphibian, bird
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∙ 14y agoTortoises probably evolved from slower reptiles who need something to shield them from predators.
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Do turtles and tortoises have the same DNA?
Turtles and Tortoises have highly similar DNA, as tortoises are a subgroup of turtles.
How do tortoises move?
Tortoises have four legs that they walk with.
What is tortoises a herbivore carnivore or omnivore?
Most tortoises are herbivores, but a few species are omnivorous.
Do baby desert tortoises hibernate?
Yes, baby desert tortoises do hibernate.
Are tortoises amphibians?
No, tortoises are reptiles. They are cold-blooded, have four legs, and lay amniotic eggs.
How do you get tortoises to come to come out of the underground?
I USE to take out tortoises from under ground but then i took a arrow to the knee.
Are hermann tortoises and leopard tortoises the same?
no. they all come from the same ansester, but they all from (mostly) different countries and backgrounds
How do you feed your tortoises when they come out of hibernation?
when tortoises come out of hibernation, they do not eat any differently. since they have been in such a deep sleep, they may have to get used to it again, but the do not eat any differently.
What do tortoises drink?
Tortoises drink water.
Can you get tortoises for cheap?
no tortoises are veryy exspensive
Do turtles and tortoises have the same DNA?
Turtles and Tortoises have highly similar DNA, as tortoises are a subgroup of turtles.
Are desert tortoises nocturnal?
No, desert tortoises are diurnal.
Do desert tortoises chew?
Genius, all tortoises chew.
Are tortoises endangered animals?
Yes, tortoises are endangered animals
Do tortoises mate internally or externally?
tortoises lay eggs
What are babie tortoises called?
baby tortoises are called TORTLETTES!! :)
Do ants bite desert tortoises?
Yes, ants do bite desert tortoises and baby desert tortoises are in the most danger. If you keep tortoises outside, it is important to make sure ants cannot get to them.
