Flying turtle... The carapace or shell of the Marine Turtle is actually the broadened fused ribs of the turtle and is covered by a series of scutes. The bony shell provides protection for organs and in itself is quite the work of art in that it’s made up of two parts lower plastron and upper carapace. Post by Master Reef Guide Steven (IG: @i.am.animal) with Lady Musgrave Experience | Master Reef Guides