A turtle primer: here’s a brief warm-up piece on the turtles:

  A turtle primer: here’s a brief warm-up piece on the turtles:

A turtle is a type of slow-moving reptile with a hard shell that covers and protects its body. Some turtles live on land (land turtles) and some live in the water (sea turtles and freshwater turtles).

Characteristics of Turtles:

Hard shell: acts as a barrier against predators.

Long-lived: some species live for more than a century.

Slow movements: slow, but steady and patient.

They can withdraw into their shells when threatened.

They lack teeth, but have strong jaws that crush food.

Top Foods Turtles Love:

Leafy vegetables: including lettuce, arugula, and spinach.

Fruits: strawberries, melon, and apples (in large quantities).

Wild herbs: including dandelions, mint, and chicory. Flowers: some turtles love.