Discover turtles in the newest exhibition of Sea Life Porto
By Unknown - abril 13, 2018
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| Photo:Mikaella Botelho |
The Sea Life Porto exhibition: Aldeia das Tartarugas is the newest bet of
the largest aquarium in the north of the country. Adults and
children can learn more about these freshwater creatures that were discovered more
than 220 million years ago.
Among the species that have traveled to find the Mariza turtle, permanent resident of the aquarium, there are the Map Turtle, the Red Belly and the Snake Neck. In the exhibition, there are also several curious facts about other species, such as the Chinese Soft Turtle, the Aligator, among others. You can even catch a glimpse of the underwater views.
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| Photo: Mikaella Botelho |
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| Photo:Mikaella Botelho |
The Map Turtle, also known as Graptemys, are aquatic and can be found throughout the eastern and northern parts of the United States, as well as southern Canada. We can identify this turtle by the fact that the keel extends longitudinally along the carapace. It has a life expectancy of about 15 to 30 years and is relatively small when compared to other species.
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| Photo:Mikaella Botelho |
The Red-bellied Turtles, or Pseudemys nelsoni, inhabit North America. They need a large space to live and sexual dimorphism is presented through the size of the tail. The carapace is black with yellow or red marks. It is relatively flat.
On the other hand the Cobra Neck Turtles Argentina, or Cobra Neck Snakes, are known for their long neck, similar to a snake. Mostly of the females are wider than the male and have a longer tail. They come from Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil.
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| Photo: Mikaella Botelho |
All turtle species lay eggs on dry land. The incubation temperature of some types determines the sex of the baby. When the young turtle is about to be born, the mother uses a special scale to free it.
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| Photo:Mikaella Botelho |
This new exhibition is also full of interactive elements for the public. During the path, the visitor can face several questions. Besides that, Sea Life Porto has other animals and standard attractions. Discover the wonderful underwater world with NaturPorto!
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