Family Emydidae (Noun)
Meaning
Box and water turtles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Emydidae consists of box and water turtles that are primarily found in North America and parts of Asia.
- Box turtles belong to the family Emydidae, which is a group of semi-aquatic and terrestrial turtles.
- The family Emydidae is divided into several genera, including Terrapene, which includes the common box turtle.
- Some species within the family Emydidae, such as the red-eared slider, are popular pets due to their relatively small size.
- The family Emydidae is characterized by the presence of a hinged plastron, which allows box turtles to completely close their shells for protection.