Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles with shells, so what exactly are their differences? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.

Critically endangered, radiated tortoises sport star patterns on their shells and live in the forests and scrubland of Madagascar. (Images courtesy Smithsonian's National Zoo) People often use the ...

People are prone to stereotyping, but we love it when someone flips the script. So when Hilary Brown asked us what the difference is between turtles and tortoises, we were happy to learn that our ...

Turtles and tortoises, though related, exhibit key differences. Turtles are primarily aquatic with streamlined shells and webbed feet, suited for swimming and varied diets. Tortoises are land-based, ...