Amazon Quiz: The animal who inspires the name of this article of clothing is a/an ___ . Fill in the blanks
Amphibian
Avian
Vertebrate
Reptile
Answer: Reptile
Description:
The Testudines, an order of reptiles that includes turtles, are distinguished by a shell that is mostly made from their ribs. The two main subgroups of modern turtles are side-necked turtles and concealed neck turtles, which are distinguished by how the head retracts.
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There are 360 species of turtles, including freshwater terrapins and land-dwelling tortoises, both currently extant and recently extinct. They may be discovered on the majority of continents, certain islands, and, in the case of sea turtles, a sizable portion of the ocean.
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Despite many species living in or near water, they do not lay their eggs underwater and breathe air, much like other reptiles, birds, and mammals. They are often closely related to birds and crocodilians, according to genetic research.
