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terrapin    
n. 龟鳖类

龟鳖类

terrapin
n 1: any of various edible North American web-footed turtles
living in fresh or brackish water

Terrapin \Ter"ra*pin\, n. [Probably of American Indian origin.]
(Zool.)
Any one of numerous species of tortoises living in fresh and
brackish waters. Many of them are valued for food. [Written
also {terapin}, {terrapen}, {terrapene}, {turpen}, and
{turapen}.]
[1913 Webster]

Note: The yellow-bellied terrapin ({Pseudemys scabra}) of the
Southern United States, the red-bellied terrapin
({Pseudemys rugosa} or {Chrysemys rubriventris}),
native of the tributaries Chesapeake Bay (called also
{potter}, {slider}, and {redfender}), and the
diamond-back or salt-marsh terrapin ({Malaclemmys
palustris}), are the most important American species.
The diamond-back terrapin is native of nearly the whole
of the Atlantic coast of the United States.
[1913 Webster]

{Alligator terrapin}, the snapping turtle.

{Mud terrapin}, any one of numerous species of American
tortoises of the genus {Cinosternon}.

{Painted terrapin}, the painted turtle. See under {Painted}.


{Speckled terrapin}, a small fresh-water American terrapin
({Chelopus guttatus}) having the carapace black with round
yellow spots; -- called also {spotted turtle}.
[1913 Webster]


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  • Terrapin - Wikipedia
    Diamondback terrapin The name "terrapin" is derived from the word in the Algonquian languages: torope[3] that referred to the species Malaclemys terrapin, the diamondback terrapin It appears that the term became part of common usage during the colonial era of North America and was carried back to Great Britain Since then, it has been used in common names for freshwater species of Testudines
  • What Is a Terrapin and How Do They Differ From Turtles?
    Explore the unique characteristics of terrapins and understand how they differ from turtles and tortoises
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    Turtles, tortoises and terrapins We take a look at the difference between these three types of reptiles in this fascinating scientific study
  • Terrapin | Freshwater, Marsh, Aquatic | Britannica
    Terrapin, (Malaclemys terrapin), a term formerly used to refer to any aquatic turtle but now restricted largely, though not exclusively, to the diamondback terrapin (Malaclemys terrapin) of the turtle family Emydidae Until the last third of the 20th century, the word terrapin was used commonly in
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  • Turtle vs. Tortoise vs. Terrapin: What’s the Actual Difference?
    The diamondback terrapin is actually the only turtle species that lives exclusively in brackish water, and it’s Maryland’s official state reptile Tortoises live on land Full stop Put a tortoise in deep water and it will drown — it has no flippers, poor buoyancy, and a heavy dome shell that works against it
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  • Terrapin vs Turtle: Differences Comparison (With Pictures)
    Choosing between a terrapin and a turtle depends on various factors, such as your personal preferences, living situation, and willingness to take care of a pet Either one can be a delightful companion if you are willing to provide for their particular care requirements See Also: Red-Eared Slider vs Painted Turtle: The Differences (With Pictures)
  • project terrapin
    Project Terrapin is a volunteer, conservation, and education initiative to support the Northern Diamondback Terrapin and its habitat through research





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