19-11-2008, 04:09 PM
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Location: Sheffield, South Yorks, UK
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Very succintly put, thanks. 
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Originally Posted by H Dogg
As you all know there are three similar reptiles Tortoises, Terrapins and Sea turtles they make up the Testudines.
The differences are simple.
The Tortoise species have a strongly domed carapace (Shell) no webbing between the toes and are terrestrial.
The Terrapin species have a moderately low carapace, webbing between the toes, and are semi aquatic in fresh or brackish water.
The Turtle species have a low carapace, forelimbs have evolved into a flat paddle like flipper and are marine.
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