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  1. Terrapene, genus Terrapenenoun

    box turtles

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  1. terrapenenoun

    Any of several large turtles of the genus Terrapene; the box turtles

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  1. Terrapene

    North American box turtles are turtles of the genus Terrapene. Although box turtles are superficially similar to tortoises in terrestrial habits and overall appearance, they are actually members of the American pond turtle family (Emydidae). The 12 taxa which are distinguished in the genus are distributed over seven species. They are largely characterized by having a domed shell which is hinged at the bottom, allowing the animal to retract its head and legs and close its shell tightly to protect itself from predators.

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  1. terrapene

    Terrapene is a genus classification in taxonomy for species known as box turtles, found mainly in North America. They are named for their ability to completely enclose themselves in their shells, which is facilitated by a hinged front and back of their plastron (lower shell).

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of terrapene in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of terrapene in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3


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