Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search
8 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Would you like to see a tiny baby turtle react to getting its tummy washed? (Original Post) Nevilledog Feb 2022 OP
Oh, my... Glorfindel Feb 2022 #1
Turtle rso Feb 2022 #2
Nope. Never heard of scrubbing a turtle before......... secondwind Feb 2022 #3
That is so damn cute. Wingus Dingus Feb 2022 #4
He seems upset XanaDUer2 Feb 2022 #5
Maybe he's ticklish. Nevilledog Feb 2022 #6
They appear to be sensitive about this........ secondwind Feb 2022 #7
Cute! I love turtles. Ocelot II Feb 2022 #8

secondwind

(16,903 posts)
7. They appear to be sensitive about this........
Sat Feb 26, 2022, 07:42 PM
Feb 2022

Explained: Can Tortoises & Turtles Feel Their Shell?https://www.tortoiseowner.com › can-tortoises-turtles-feel-...
They can feel their shell being stroked, scratched, tapped, or otherwise touched. Tortoise and turtle shells are also sensitive enough to feel pain.

Latest Discussions»The DU Lounge»Would you like to see a t...