What is another word for geochelone?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˌiːə͡ʊt͡ʃˈɛlə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
Geochelone, also commonly known as tortoise, refers to a type of land-dwelling reptile that belongs to the family Testudinidae. These slow-moving creatures are well-recognized due to their unique physical characteristics such as their large, dome-shaped shells and sturdy limbs with claws that are adapted for digging and climbing. Synonyms for geochelone include the term land tortoise, which emphasizes the species' terrestrial nature, and giant tortoises, which typically refers to larger, long-lived species. Other synonyms for geochelone are herbivorous reptile and turtle, although the latter term usually refers to species that live in aquatic environments.
