ClassFlow
Class Flow: Reptiles
[Free Registration/Login Required] The reptiles unit covers classification of animals into the reptile group. It also covers defense characteristics of reptiles.
Study Languages
Study Spanish: Las Tortugas De Caparazon Gigante
This site has a cultural explanation in Spanish or English with a few comprehension questions aboutthe giant domed tortoises living on Ecuador's Galapagos Islands. Great reading selection for beginning and intermediate Spanish students.
Unique Australian Animals
Unique Australian Animals: Western Swamp Tortoise
Use this site to the facts about an endangered Australian tortoise called the Western Swamp Tortoise.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Aldabra Tortoise
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Aldabra Tortoises (Dipsochelys dussumieri), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can...
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Turtle vs Tortoise: Difference and Facts
Learn the difference between turtles and tortoises, the different types, and other interesting facts.
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Pittsburgh Zoo: Aldabra Tortoise
The Aldabra tortoise is one of the largest tortoises, second only to the Galapagos tortoise. Use this resource to learn more about this long-living animal.
Other
Arizona Sonora Desert Museum : Animal Fact Sheet: Desert Tortoise
Animal fact sheet on the desert tortoise includes appearance, adaptations, habitat, range, conservation, diet, fun facts, and more.