Life in a half shell -- Where in the world they live -- Timeless tortoises -- The weight of the world -- Animal tale: the tortoise monster -- Tortoises in trouble.
Summary:
"Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Tortoises treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this remarkable reptile. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and a Brazilian tortoise legend"-- Provided by publisher.
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