"One animal has a lightweight shell. The other animal's shell is heavy. Do you know the differences between a turtle and a tortoise?"--P. [4] of cover.

This book surveys the myriad of turtle anatomy, habitat, & life cycles throughout the ages. Project director of the International Wildlife Coalition, Orenstein

Both turtles and tortoises have shells and move pretty slowly. So what makes them different? Where to terrapins fit in? There’s much more going on with these

Two sworn enemies learn that they have more in common than meets the eye, and it’s never too late to make a new friend—even if it takes decades! Ever since

A comprehensive guide to turtles and tortoises including habitat, dimensions, biology and behavior. Illustrated throughout in color.