Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Tortoiseshell Turtle.
Tortoiseshell Turtle - as a noun
Pugnacious tropical sea turtle with a hawk-like beak; source of food and the best tortoiseshell
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
eretmochelys imbricatahawkbill20hawksbill21hawksbill turtleExample Sentences
"The tortoiseshell turtle is an endangered species."
"I saw a beautiful tortoiseshell turtle at the aquarium."
"The tortoiseshell turtle is known for its unique patterned shell."
"She adopted a tortoiseshell turtle as a pet."
"The tortoiseshell turtle laid its eggs on the sandy beach."
