Definitions
- Referring to a slow-moving land reptile with a heavy, domed shell. - Talking about a pet kept in an enclosure or terrarium. - Describing a species of reptile that is typically herbivorous and can live for a long time.
- Referring to a shelled reptile that can live both on land and in water. - Talking about a popular food item in some cultures. - Describing a species of reptile that can be either herbivorous or carnivorous.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are reptiles with shells.
- 2Both can live for a long time.
- 3Both are cold-blooded animals.
- 4Both lay eggs to reproduce.
- 5Both are found in various parts of the world.
What is the difference?
- 1Habitat: Tortoises are primarily land-dwelling while turtles can live both on land and in water.
- 2Diet: Tortoises are typically herbivorous while turtles can be either herbivorous or carnivorous.
- 3Speed: Tortoises are generally slower than turtles.
- 4Shell shape: Tortoises have a heavier, more domed shell while turtles have a flatter, streamlined shell.
- 5Cultural significance: Turtles are often consumed as food in some cultures, while tortoises are not commonly eaten.
Remember this!
Tortoise and turtle are both reptiles with shells, but they differ in their habitat, diet, speed, shell shape, and cultural significance. Tortoises are primarily land-dwelling and herbivorous, with a heavier, more domed shell. Turtles, on the other hand, can live both on land and in water, can be herbivorous or carnivorous, have a flatter, streamlined shell, and are often consumed as food in some cultures.
