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Number Eight: They Differentiate Genders By Scent
We already brought you part one of this list of facts about the turtle. We learned in the last article that the shell is not what we think it is, and that these creatures can be more ferocious than previously imagined. Here is part two of our list.

Number Eight: They Differentiate Genders by Scent

The sexual organs of these animals exists beneath the tail. Since they cannot tell each other apart by sight alone, they sniff each other in this spot to be able to tell for mating purposes.

Number Seven: They are Almost Deaf

They do not hear anywhere near as well as humans, but have a bit of a hearing ability. Their sense of sound is good enough to detect the presence of creatures that may pose a threat.

Number Six: The Turtle Emerged Around

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