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The Turtles

Gives the description about the tortoises and turtles, difference between their habitat, their shell, living span and some fun facts about them. Also states the reason that are threatening the population of these animal.

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The Turtles

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  1. THE TORTOISES AND THE TURTLES

  2. TURTLES • Reptiles from the Chelonian family and dwells in the water. • Shell is bigger than Tortoises.

  3. There are seven species of sea turtles. • Green sea turtle • Hawksbill sea turtle • Kemp's riley sea turtle • Loggerhead sea turtle  • Olive riley sea turtle. • Leatherback sea turtle. • Flatback Sea turtle. • Five of the species have been identified as "endangered" or "critically endangered.

  4. Turtles are mostly found in America and Africa.

  5. The Tortoise • Reptiles from the Chelonian family and dwells well on land. • Has dome shape shell.

  6. Tortoise generally found in Asia and Africa but found in South America As well. • The biggest tortoise in the world are found in Galapagos Islands South America.

  7. Tortoise Vs Turtle • Turtle : Shell is lighter helps to swim fast. • Tortoise : Shell is heavier helps to protect from other animals. • Turtle: Lives for 20 to 40 years. (oldest was 86 yrs) • Tortoise : Lives for 80 to 150 years (Oldest is 326 years)

  8. Thank You By -Mickel Ross

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