box turtle
US /ˈbɑːks ˌtɜːr.tl̩/
UK /ˈbɑːks ˌtɜːr.tl̩/
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tortue-boîte
a North American turtle that can completely enclose itself in its shell
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We saw a box turtle slowly crossing the road.
Nous avons vu une tortue-boîte traverser lentement la route.
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The box turtle pulled its head and limbs into its shell when approached.
La tortue-boîte a rentré sa tête et ses membres dans sa carapace à l'approche.