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Common Snapping Turtle
Chelydra serpentina
39.8837, -75.2621
Field Notes
Description:
Snappers have rugged, muscular builds with ridged carapaces (though ridges tend to be more pronounced in younger individuals). The carapace (upper shell) length in adulthood may be nearly 50 cm (20 in), though 25–47 cm (9.8–19 in), is more common.
Habitat:
Marshes, ponds, lakes, and even slow streams.
Notes:
My mother and I saw this big guy crossing the path way ahead of us, so, in exchange of a few pictures, I picked him up and placed him on the other side of the trail in the direction he was going.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 10, 2013
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