How does a turtle respire?

Turtles respire using lungs, similar to mammals. They draw air into their lungs by expanding their chest cavity through the movement of their ribcage and limbs. Additionally, some aquatic turtles can perform a form of respiration through their cloacal bursae, allowing them to absorb oxygen directly from the water while submerged. This dual method of respiration helps them adapt to both terrestrial and aquatic environments.