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Common Snapping Turtle

Chelydra serpentina

Photo by John Kiebler
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

8-14 inches. Also known as the eastern snapping turtle. Marylands largest freshwater turtle. Large head and spiky tail. Aggresive when found on land.

Habitat:

Any permanent body of freshwater or brackish water.

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PublishedMay 22, 2017

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