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1. turtleallyprogram.wordpress.ncsu.edu › accessTurtle Anatomy and Physiology – Turtle Ally Certification Program

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   The focus of the information below is to present you with the key concepts of turtle anatomy and physiology that are essential for the treatment of wild turtles in your practice. Ventral view of the internal anatomy of a turtle with the plastron removed.

2. link.springer.com › article › 10Body plan of turtles: an anatomical, developmental and ...

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   Dec 1, 2011 · Introduction. The turtle shell has long attracted the attention of comparative anatomists. This unique structure is comprised of dorsal and ventral moieties, termed the carapace and plastron, respectively. The carapace contains axial skeletal elements: the thoracic vertebrae and ribs.

   • Author: Hiroshi Nagashima, Shigehiro Kuraku, Katsuhisa Uchida, Yoshie Kawashima-Ohya, Yuichi Narita, Shigeru...

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3. turtlebio.com › parts-of-a-turtle-useful-turtleParts Of A Turtle: Useful Turtle Anatomy With Pictures

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   The shell is the most recognizable feature of a turtle. It is made up of two parts: the upper part, called the carapace, and the lower part, called the plastron. The shell is made of bone and is covered by a layer of keratin, the same material that makes up human hair and nails.

4. turtleinsight.com › parts-of-a-turtleParts of a Turtle: Turtle Anatomy and Physiology - Turtle Insight

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   Jan 1, 2024 · So, what are the parts of a turtle? Well, at the core of turtle’s anatomy is their hard shell, which is part of their skeletal structures. Their anatomy doesn’t stop at their shells. They have internal organs like the heart, digestion, and nervous systems, which are critical for their existence.

5. www.animalwised.com › parts-of-a-turtle-turtleParts of a Turtle - Turtle Anatomy With Diagrams - AnimalWised

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   Jun 28, 2024 · The anatomy of a turtle is one of the most unique in the animal kingdom. This is largely due to their shell, a very hard carapace which is part of their skeletal structure. This shell is used for protection, but it provides the turtle with unique abilities and behaviors.

6. sciencenotes.org › animal-cell-diagram-organellesAnimal Cell – Diagram, Organelles, and Characteristics

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   May 9, 2023 · Get animal cell facts, including a labeled cell diagram, a list of organelles and their functions, and a summary of animal cell types.

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   What is the anatomy of a turtle?

   • Well, at the core of turtle’s anatomy is their hard shell, which is part of their skeletal structures. Their anatomy doesn’t stop at their shells. They have internal organs like the heart, digestion, and nervous systems, which are critical for their existence.

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   What is a box turtle made up of?

   • The skin in most turtles seen in NC is scaled – injections must be given between scales. A box turtle with the carapace bones exposed from under the scutes. The shell is made up of the carapace (dorsal portion of shell), plastron (ventral portion of shell), and the bridge, which connects the plastron and carapace.

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   Why do turtles have different body parts?

   • This is largely due to their shell, a very hard carapace which is part of their skeletal structure. This shell is used for protection, but it provides the turtle with unique abilities and behaviors. Although all turtles have certain body parts which are the same, different turtle species have certain anatomical variances.

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   How many bones are in a turtle shell?

   • The shell is part of a modified ribcage which is also attached to part of the vertebral column. They have the hard shell on top and another protective ventral shell at the bottom known as the plastron. This is flatter than the curved top shell. The parts of the turtle shell consist of about 50 to 60 bones.

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   What is the structure of a turtle shell?

   • The turtle shell has long attracted the attention of comparative anatomists. This unique structure is comprised of dorsal and ventral moieties, termed the carapace and plastron, respectively. The carapace contains axial skeletal elements: the thoracic vertebrae and ribs.

   Body plan of turtles: an anatomical, developmental and evolutionary

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   What is a turtle skeleton made of?

   • Endoskeleton: This is an internal framework made of bones. It provides support and protection to the internal organs. Spine and ribs: The vertebral column runs along the dorsal aspect of a turtle. It is infused into the upper and lower shell, contributing to the turtle’s unique shell structure.

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8. turtletime.org › sea-turtles › anatomyAnatomy - Turtle Time, Inc.

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   The anatomy of the sea turtle is unique in that it is one of the few creatures to have both an internal and external skeleton. In all species except the leatherback, the external skeleton, whose main purpose is to provide protection and support for internal organs, is comprised of a bony shell which is, itself, divided into two halves: the ...