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What is a group of tortoises called?
A creep
of tortoises
| Animal | Tortoises |
| Category | Reptiles & Amphibians |
| Collective noun | Creep |
| Baby name | Hatchling |
💡 “Creep” nods to the slow, deliberate pace tortoises are famous for.
FAQ
What is a group of tortoises called?
A group of tortoises is called a creep.
What is a baby tortoise called?
A baby tortoise is called a hatchling.
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Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”