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soft-shelled turtle

/ˈsɒft ʃɛld ˈtɜːrtl/

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/ˈsɒft ʃɛld ˈtɜːrtl/C1formalscientific
  • ruТип черепахи, принадлежащий к семейству Trionychidae, характеризующийся кожистым, гибким панцирем вместо твердого костяного. Они в основном водные и встречаются в пресноводных местах обитания по всей Азии, Африке и Северной Америке.

A type of turtle belonging to the family Trionychidae, characterized by a leathery, flexible shell rather than a hard, bony one. They are primarily aquatic and found in freshwater habitats across Asia, Africa, and North America.

  1. Aquatic reptileB2formal

    A type of turtle with a flexible, leathery shell instead of a hard one, typically found in freshwater habitats.

    ruМягкотелая черепаха

    • The soft-shelled turtle is known for its flat, pancake-like body.
    • These turtles bury themselves in mud to ambush prey.
    • Soft-shelled turtles are popular in some cuisines, especially in Asia.