Turtles

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Turtles are reptiles of the order Testudines (all living turtles belong to the crown group Chelonia), most of whose body is shielded by a special bony or cartilagenous shell developed from their ribs. The Order Testudines includes both extant (living) and extinct species, the earliest turtles being known from the early Triassic Period, making turtles one of the oldest reptile groups, and a much more ancient group than the lizards and snakes. About 300 species are alive today. Some are highly endangered. (Credit: Wikipedia).

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Diving for turtles is back on - The Australian

Deal struck on native Eden - The Australian

Native title deal after 11 years - The Sydney Morning Herald

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