Myrtle the Talking Turtle: The True Story of an Extraordinary Animal
Myrtle the Talking Turtle was a beloved pet who became famous for her ability to communicate with her owners. Her story is a heartwarming tale of the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7399 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 34 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Paperback | : | 36 pages |
Reading age | : | 9 - 12 years |
Grade level | : | 4 - 7 |
Item Weight | : | 4.6 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 8 x 0.09 x 10 inches |
Myrtle was born in 1959 in the swamps of Louisiana. She was found by a young boy named Tommy McNally, who took her home and raised her as a pet. Tommy quickly noticed that Myrtle was different from other turtles. She was very intelligent and seemed to understand what he was saying.
As Myrtle grew older, her ability to communicate became even more pronounced. She would often "talk" to Tommy and his family, using a series of clicks and whistles. Myrtle could also understand simple commands, such as "come here" and "go to bed."
Word of Myrtle's talking ability spread quickly, and soon people from all over the world were coming to visit her. Myrtle became a media sensation, appearing on television shows and in newspapers. She even met President Ronald Reagan in the White House.
Myrtle's ability to communicate was never fully explained. Some scientists believe that she had a unique ability to learn human language, while others believe that she was simply mimicking the sounds that she heard around her.
Whatever the reason, Myrtle's ability to communicate brought joy to many people. She was a beloved pet and a symbol of the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.
Myrtle died in 2009 at the age of 50. She is buried in the backyard of her home in Louisiana, where she lived for most of her life.
Myrtle's legacy lives on. She is remembered as a beloved pet and a symbol of the extraordinary bond between humans and animals. Her story continues to inspire people around the world.
Additional Information
- Myrtle was a female red-eared slider turtle.
- She was the first turtle ever documented to be able to communicate with humans.
- Myrtle's ability to communicate was never fully explained.
- She died in 2009 at the age of 50.
- Myrtle is buried in the backyard of her home in Louisiana.
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References
- McNally, T. (2009). Myrtle the Talking Turtle: The True Story of an Extraordinary Animal. New York: Simon & Schuster.
- Peterson, R. (2010). The Amazing World of Turtles. New York: Facts on File.
- Smith, J. (2011). The Secrets of Animal Communication. New York: National Geographic.
5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7399 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 34 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Paperback | : | 36 pages |
Reading age | : | 9 - 12 years |
Grade level | : | 4 - 7 |
Item Weight | : | 4.6 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 8 x 0.09 x 10 inches |
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 7399 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 34 pages |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Paperback | : | 36 pages |
Reading age | : | 9 - 12 years |
Grade level | : | 4 - 7 |
Item Weight | : | 4.6 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 8 x 0.09 x 10 inches |