Snapping Turtle

Snapping Turtle

The snapping turtle has a heavy body with very strong jaws. Having a shell length of 38 cm, these turtles can weigh up to 50 lbs. The front limbs are heavily clawed and all limbs and head are able to retract within the shell for protection. Snapping turtles are usually found in the water. However, when they are on land and are approached by a predator they are known to be quite aggressive. Snapping turtles often live in muddy, shallow bottomed lakes. MORE! [BM] {FW}