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Common Snapping Turtle hatchlings

Chelydra serpentina

Photo by JeniferNikole
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I saw these baby turtles the day the day they dug their way to the surface and didn't leave their side until every last one made to the water =). However, I am not sure what kind of turtle they are!

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Baby Eastern Snapping Turtles, Chelydra serpentina
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PublishedApril 3, 2011

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