Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
testudines
Noun
tɛsˈtjuːdaɪniːz
Definition
Testudines is the scientific order that encompasses all turtles and tortoises.
Examples
- Turtles are a part of the Testudines order.
- Many species of Testudines are found in freshwater habitats.
Meaning
The term refers to the group of reptiles characterized by their bony or cartilaginous shell, which shields them from predators.
Synonyms
- chelonian
- tortoise
