Flying turtle... The carapace or shell of the Marine Turtle is actually the broadened fused ribs of the turtle and is covered by a series of scutes. The bony shell provides protection for organs and in itself is quite the work of art in that it’s made up of two parts lower plastron and upper carapace. Post by Master Reef Guide Steven (IG: @i.am.animal) with Lady Musgrave Experience | Master Reef Guides

The carapace or shell of turtles are an extension of their backbone and are full of nerve endings. They are quite sensitive to pain though they are strong and protective of the turtle. Tortoises cannot swim. They are land turtles and are total herbivores. | Kuya Kim Atienza

Tiger Shark Teeth: Fall Out? Grow Back FASTER Than You Think! Turtle Shell BreakdownEver wondered how tiger sharks chomp through tough turtle shells… and why they never run out of teeth? These ocean predators have a game-changing dental trick: old teeth fall out regularly, but new ones grow back in just days—keeping their jaws sharp for hunting. And when it comes to turtle shells? Their thick, serrated teeth and powerful bites make even hard shells no match. Dive into the wild world of tiger sha