Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world – beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators!
These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago
Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell. This super-tough casing acts like a shield to protect them from predators. Some turtles can even tuck their head up inside their shell for extra protection!
3 Types of Turtles
Turtle
Food
life-span
Red-eared slider
Plants and animals
20 to 30 years
Green sea turtle
plants
80 years
Box turtle
plants and animals
50 to 100 years
Tell us what your favorite turtle from our list is!
