Which is shorter, a Mongoose or a Turtle?
Answer : A Turtle is shorter than a Mongoose
The average height of a Mongoose is 53 cm, (1 ft, 8.9 in ) while the average height of a Turtle is 17 cm, (6.7 in )
| Name | Name:Mongoose | Name:Turtle |
| Height | Height:53 cm, (1 ft, 8.9 in ) | Height:17 cm, (6.7 in ) |
| * Egyptian Mongoose - ranges from 48 to 58cm | * Snapping Turtle - ranges from 12 to 20cm | |
| Weight | Weight:2 kg, (4 lbs) | Weight:11 kg, (24 lbs) |
| Top Speed | Top Speed:32 kph, (20 mph) | Top Speed:4 kph, (2 mph) |
| Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):12 | Lifespan in Wild (years):27 |
| Description | Description:The Egyptian Mongoose lives in hollow logs, burrows, and holes in the ground which are near a water source. They have grey fur with brown dots. They have a low, long body which can be mistaken for a reptile at a distance. | Description:Snapping turtles are freshwater reptiles in North America. They are tan, dark brown, and black, with necks and tails that are yellowish. They become violent when taken out of water but calm down when placed back in it. |
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