Is a turtle a reptile or amphibian?

Some people think that turtles might be classed as amphibians. Admittedly, reptiles and amphibians are both types of cold-blooded creature and, like amphibians, some turtles can live on both land and in water. read more

Turtles are reptiles and not amphibians. The easiest way to know whether or not an animal is a reptile is if it lays eggs with a hard shell. I was taught that years ago and it really helps to determine what animals are reptiles. You said that turtles live in water but they can also live on land. read more

Though they have a seemingly amphibious lifestyle, all turtles are very much reptiles. They are as much a reptile as a crocodile or alligator, living in the water is just what they do. A turtle is an amphibian as much as a dolphin, or a seal is a fish. read more