They Are Not From Tortoises
We doubt that you have heard of the glyptodon in the past! This is a creature that sounds like it was closely related to the turtle and tortoise. But in reality, they had only certain qualities in common with the tortoises such as their huge shells. They also had the ability to retract their head and feet from the shell completely. On top of that, it is fascinating to hear that they were neither lizards nor amphibians.
They Are Not From Tortoises
An Extinct Animal Called The Glyptodon
The glyptodon is the name used for the big creature that once roamed South America. They might not be closely related to tortoises, but they had plenty in common with armadillos! The large creatures were also equipped with big claws and scaly shells. There were even some that came with a spiked tail that resembled a mace! Others were as large as a car. Let us learn more about the one that Juan found…
An Extinct Animal Called The Glyptodon