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Trionyx

Trionyx

9.9
A group of freshwater turtles with soft shells from Africa and Asia that includes living and fossil species
  • noun
  • /ˈtraɪəˌnɪks/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Trionyx is known for its exceptionally soft shells compared to other turtles.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the unique adaptations of Trionyx species in freshwater habitats.

  • Many fossils from the Cretaceous period have been classified within the Trionyx genus.

  • The Trionyx species is known for its soft shell.

  • The Trionyx turtle can grow quite large compared to other species.

  • Researchers studied the unique adaptations of Trionyx species in freshwater habitats.

  • Many fossils from the Cretaceous period have been classified within the Trionyx genus.

  • The genus Trionyx is known for its exceptionally soft shells compared to other turtles.

Compounds

Trionyx spiniferus
  • Specialized
9.9

A river turtle with a warty shell that lives in the western United States

Surface Forms

Trionyx singular
Trionyx plural

Etymology

Trionyx comes from Greek parts tri- 'three' (like 'trio') and onyx 'claw'. It was used for these turtles because they often have three claws on their front feet, so the name helps you remember this group of soft-shelled freshwater turtles.