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  1. Testudinidae, family Testudinidaenoun

    land tortoises

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  1. testudinidae

    Tortoises () are reptiles of the family Testudinidae of the order Testudines (Latin: tortoise). Like other turtles, tortoises have a shell to protect from predation and other threats. The shell in tortoises is generally hard, and like other members of the suborder Cryptodira, they retract their necks and heads directly backward into the shell to protect them.Tortoises can vary in size with some species, such as the Galápagos giant tortoise, growing to more than 1.2 metres (3.9 ft) in length, whereas others like the Speckled cape tortoise have shells that measure only 6.8 centimetres (2.7 in) long. Several lineages of tortoises have independently evolved very large body sizes in excess of 100 kg, including the Galapagos giant tortoise and the Aldabra giant tortoise. They are usually diurnal animals with tendencies to be crepuscular depending on the ambient temperatures. They are generally reclusive animals. Tortoises are the longest-living land animals in the world, although the longest-living species of tortoise is a matter of debate. Galápagos tortoises are noted to live over 150 years, but an Aldabra giant tortoise named Adwaita may have lived an estimated 255 years. In general, most tortoise species can live 80–150 years. Tortoises are placid and slow-moving, with an average walking speed of 0.2–0.5 km/h.

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  1. testudinidae

    Testudinidae is a family of reptiles within the order of Testudines, commonly known as tortoises. These creatures are distinguished by their terrestrial habits and the high, domed shape of their shells. The family includes many different species, all of which are characterized by their slow movements, herbivorous diets, and relatively long lifespans.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of testudinidae in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of testudinidae in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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