testudines

uncountable · proper noun

A scientific taxonomic order (Testudines) that includes all species of turtles and tortoises, characterized by a bony or cartilaginous shell.

• 🇷🇺Научный таксономический отряд (Testudines), включающий все виды черепах, характеризующийся костным или хрящевым панцирем.

1. Tortoises and Turtles C1 formal scientific

   An order of reptiles characterized by a bony or cartilaginous shell developed from their ribs, including both terrestrial tortoises and aquatic turtles.

   • Testudines are among the oldest living reptile groups.
   • The Galapagos giant tortoise is a famous member of Testudines.
   • Many species of Testudines are endangered due to habitat loss.

   🇷🇺Черепахи

   Synonyms: cheloniatestudinata

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