Order Chelonia (Noun)
Meaning
Tortoises and turtles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Turtles and tortoises both belong to the order Chelonia, which also includes their extinct relatives.
- The order Chelonia comprises one of the oldest reptile groups, with some species having remained relatively unchanged for over 200 million years.
- Modern species of tortoises and turtles, as members of the order Chelonia, possess several characteristics unique to their lineage.
- Several different genera are represented in the fossil record of the order Chelonia, and each contributes valuable insights to understanding turtle and tortoise evolution.
- Characteristics like flipper or paddle-shaped limbs can differentiate modern turtle and tortoise lineages within the order Chelonia.