27.10.12

Tortoise or Turtle?

     When we found a baby box turtle a few weeks ago, we learned of a nearby turtle rescue that had plenty to share with us about the care and keeping of turtles. Today the kids went back there with me and we learned even more- specifically the differences between turtles and tortoises.


     Our new friend who rescues these "torts" shared two main differences.

  • Turtles can hide completely in their shells; tortoises cover their faces and ram into attackers but can't completely hide inside their shells.
  • Tortoises eat grass, weeds, and cactus; turtles eat worms, fruit, lettuce, and more. 


The kids were all much braver than me. 
Jennifer

6 comments:

  1. How fun!!!!! My 12 year old LOVES all animals, especially rescue and rehabilitation. Where is the turtle rescue place??? I would love to visit if possible!!!!! Looks like a great place!!!

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    1. Kellye, this is close to home. I'll e-mail you.

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  2. Oh my goodness, those tortoises were huge!! Very interesting facts, too.
    I'm glad you all found a safe place for the baby turtle.

    Take care.

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    1. The baby "Tot Tot" is thriving on a diet of meal worms. I've not yet adapted to having worms of any kind in our refrigerator.

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    2. I might cringe on worms in my refrigerator as well...but if it is for a good cause...;-)

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    3. I might cringe on worms in my refrigerator as well...but if it is for a good cause...;-)

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