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   How do box turtles differ from tortoises?

   • Physical differences also extend to their feet. Box turtles have webbed feet or flippers designed to help them swim and dive, while tortoises have thick, scaly toes, perfect for navigating dry land. Eastern box turtles, Florida box turtles, and Coahuilan box turtles are all examples of box turtles with these foot characteristics.

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   What makes a box turtle a tortoise?

   • It’s important to understand the fundamental traits of each species before delving into the specifics of a box turtle or a tortoise. Both box turtles and tortoises are part of the Testudines order, which includes all species with a shell. This shell is a crucial part of their anatomy, formed by a fusion of their ribs and vertebrae.

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   What is a box turtle?

   • Box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina). Box turtle is the common name for several species of turtle. It may refer to those of the genus Cuora or Pyxidea, which are the Asian box turtles, or more commonly to species of the genus Terrapene, the North American box turtles.

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   Are all land turtles tortoises?

   • (Unlike most sea turtles, which take to land only when they are laying eggs, tortoises don’t have much to do with water other than drinking it and occasionally bathing in it.) However, not all land turtles are tortoises; thus, box turtles and wood turtles have been called tortoises, though they are not considered tortoises today.

   What’s the Difference Between a Turtle and a Tortoise?

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   Where do box turtles live?

   • Box turtles are often found in moist areas like tropical forests or near water, making them semi-aquatic turtles. The aquatic box turtle, for instance, is a variation of box turtle that lives in and around water. Tortoises, on the other hand, prefer dry land with good vegetation, often digging burrows for shelter.

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   How do you know if a box turtle is a tortoise?

   • When comparing the turtles’ shells, the shape and thickness of the shells can be key identifying characteristics. The box turtles’ shells are rounded, unlike the sea ones, which are flat and adapted for swimming. This rounded shape often leads to confusion, with some people mistakenly identifying box turtles as tortoises.

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   Nov 29, 2023 · Box turtles have webbed feet or flippers designed to help them swim and dive, while tortoises have thick, scaly toes, perfect for navigating dry land. Eastern box turtles, Florida box turtles, and Coahuilan box turtles are all examples of box turtles with these foot characteristics.

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   Oct 12, 2024 · Box turtles are not tortoises because they belong to different families. Box turtles belong to the Emydidae family, along with pond and river turtles. In contrast, tortoises are in the Testudinidae family and are adapted for life on land.

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   Box turtles and tortoises are two fascinating creatures that are often confused due to their similar appearance. While both belong to the Testudines order, they have distinct differences that set them apart.

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   However, not all land turtles are tortoises; thus, box turtles and wood turtles have been called tortoises, though they are not considered tortoises today. But that’s a matter for another day. One way to further distinguish tortoises from other turtles is to look for certain anatomical features.

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   In summary, tortoises and box turtles are unique reptiles with their own set of characteristics and needs. Understanding the differences between these two species is essential for their proper care and conservation.

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   Oct 3, 2024 · The key differences between a box turtle and a tortoise are their features, habitat, diet, lifespan, and social behaviors. Both animals have a high domed shell, but tortoises have elephant -like feet. Even though box turtles live on the land, they thrive in moist situations.

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   Box turtle is the common name for several species of turtle. It may refer to those of the genus Cuora or Pyxidea , which are the Asian box turtles, or more commonly to species of the genus Terrapene , the North American box turtles.