Alligator Snapping Turtle Macrochelys temminckii
Humans aren’t the only species that uses a fishing lure! This turtle’s tongue resembles a long, pink worm; as a hungry fish draws closer… SNAP!
ORIGIN:
Central and southern United States
HABITAT:
Rivers, lakes and ponds
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
150-175 lbs
Length: 3 ft
DIET:
Rodents, frogs, fish and worms
PREDATORS:
Raccoons, birds and large fish
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Powerful bite
REPRODUCTION:
Sexually mature at 11-13 yrs
THREATS:
Habitat loss, human hunting and pollution
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 70 yrs in human care
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