Turtle Scutes and Shedding

Some animals are home hoppers — they'll leave small or damaged shells behind when they find better digs. Are turtles the same, or are they more invested in their keratin coverings?

Where The Scute Should Be, Turtle

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Turtle and Tortoise Shells

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Turtle Shell Peeling & Shedding: What's Normal & What Isn't

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How The Turtle Got Its Shell

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