Discover the shocking about turtle shells
Have you ever wondered what is inside the medium thick and hard turtle shell?
Have you ever wondered what is inside the medium thick and hard turtle shell?
Unveil unexpected discoveries about tortoise shells
Unlike other shellfish, turtles cannot peel off their shells themselves because turtle shells are part of the bone structure.
Under the apricot layer is a complete organ system.
The shell is also home to the turtle's spinal cord and ribs.
That's why turtles can draw their heads inside.
Both the top and bottom of the turtle body are covered with a medium thick and hard shell.
It is this tough shell that helps the turtle escape the enemy's attack, even the attack of the crocodile marshal.
Update 16 December 2018
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