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Two-headed animals – Polycephaly

DinoAnimals.com — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:22:07 +0000

Animals with two, three or more heads Mythological creatures, fighting for good or evil, were at least unusual in appearance. They were often a combination of several animals, had several tails, limbs, sometimes several heads. And we are going to write about multi-headed animals in this article. However, we will not only write about legendary …

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The largest (heaviest) reptiles – Top 10

DinoAnimals.com — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 14:31:05 +0000

The biggest reptiles Top 10 The knowledge that big reptiles ruled the Earth millions of years ago, has been with us from an early age. With flushed cheeks, we read statements of the largest and heaviest dinosaurs. Both predatory and herbivorous. What are today’s reptiles? Are modern reptiles equal the size of the reptiles from …

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Leatherback sea turtle – the largest turtle

DinoAnimals.com — Wed, 19 Oct 2016 14:45:06 +0000

Leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) The largest turtle in the world Leatherback sea turtles are the largest and heaviest turtles in the modern world. The largest specimen may weigh probably almost a ton. Unique, gigantic and endangered. Large front flippers allow them to easily bury the eggs in the seaside. Upon hatching the baby turtles are …

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Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra)

DinoAnimals.com — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 13:36:35 +0000

Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) A slow pilgrim of the Galapagos Islands. The archipelago was named after these animals (Tortoise Islands), as centuries ago these areas were the realm of giant tortoises. Their calm lives have been interrupted by feral domesticated species, however, that does not change the fact that some of the oldest tortoises …

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European pond turtle (Emys orbicularis)

DinoAnimals.com — Mon, 29 Aug 2016 12:55:26 +0000

European pond turtle, European pond terrapin (Emys orbicularis) An inconspicuous shelled reptile, which stands out with its unique habits, as it hibernates during the coldest and hottest months. Due to its small size and interesting appearance, it has become a hunting target, which has led to a considerable population reduction in recent years. It is …

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Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta)

DinoAnimals.com — Sat, 16 Jul 2016 22:36:39 +0000

Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta) One of the largest sea turtles in the world, overcoming huge distances for food and breeding opportunities. An animal cooperating with the Earth`s rhythm and being a vital element of the natural system. Interestingly, the loggerhead`s females prove to be more aggressive than males – let`s take a closer look …

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Green sea turtle, Pacific green turtle

DinoAnimals.com — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 13:57:10 +0000

Green sea turtle, Pacific green turtle (Chelonia mydas) If you have watched Pixar’s Finding Nemo and remember Crush, you know the hero of the following article. A distinctive snout, colorful patterns on its carapace combined with slow, staid actions makes this animal very likable in human eyes. Let’s take a closer look at our Crush …

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Turtles and tortoises – long-lived reptiles

DinoAnimals.com — Sat, 04 Jun 2016 12:57:11 +0000

Turtles and tortoises Turtles first appeared on Earth about 255 million years ago Turtles have been around for over 200 million years, making them one of the oldest creatures on the planet. With their distinctive shells and slow, steady approach to life, these fascinating reptiles have captured the hearts of people all over the world. …

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Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea)

DinoAnimals.com — Mon, 30 May 2016 21:45:55 +0000

Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea) It certainly won’t fit in a terrarium or a cage. This enormous tortoise resembles a walking fortress with a peaceful disposition and great endurance. The Aldabra giant tortoise (Aldabrachelys gigantea) is not only one of the largest reptiles but also a living monument to the past, a silent witness to …

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Alligator snapping turtle – powerful jaws

DinoAnimals.com — Tue, 24 May 2016 11:11:34 +0000

Alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii) One of the largest freshwater turtles The original and, therefore, unapproachable appearance stirs a strange fascination, which is better not to undergo – the alligator snapping turtle is a predator that can easily bite off a human finger with its strong jaws. Its bite force is larger than human’s – …

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