Are turtles amphibians?
Turtles are reptiles. All reptiles have scaly skin that can withstand dessication and lay eggs with hard shells. ChaCha again!
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The turtle is a reptile. Amphibians consist of three groups of vertebrates: frogs, salamanders and caecilians. ChaCha on.
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Turtles are an ancient order of reptiles, species of which range greatly in size and habitat requirements. Remember, we are here 24/7 just for you!
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About Reptiles
Reptiles are animals in the class Reptilia. Reptiles breath air, lay eggs, have skin covered in scales, have four legs and are cold blooded. Reptiles are further broken down into four different orders: crocodilia (crocodiles, gavials, caimans, and alligators,) sphenodontia (tuataras from New Zealand,) squamata (lizards, snakes, and worm lizards,) and testudines (turtles and tortoises.)
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