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Difference between Tortoise, Terrapin and Turtle | Reptiles

The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between tortoise, terrapin and turtle. Difference # Tortoise: 1. Shape of the shell: The shape of the shell is ovoid and covered with horny scutes. 2. Limbs: Limbs end in clawed digits. No web. The limbs are short and club-shaped. 3. Whether head and limbs can be withdrawn or not: Head [...]

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Difference between Clasper and Hemipenis | Organs

The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between clasper and hemipenis. Difference # Clasper (Myxiptergium): 1. Claspers are the male copulatory organs of shark and rays. 2. The organs develop from the pelvic fins. 3. They are supported by fin skeleton. 4. The distal end is plate-like and not rounded. 5. They bear grooves to convey sperm into [...]

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Difference between Lacertilia and Ophidia | Reptiles

The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between lacertilia and ophidia. Difference # Lacertilia: 1. Shape: Elongated body, usually with two pairs of limbs. 2. Neck: Distinct 3. Limbs: Excepting the limbless lizards, the limbs are pentedactylus, each digit ending in a claw 4. Eyelids: Usually an upper and a lower eyelid are present. In the memĀ­bers of [...]

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