snapping turtle by danapommet
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We have had a lot of rain in New Hampshire and our newest guest is a common snapping turtle which is one of the larger freshwater turtles in the United States. They are noted for their belligerent disposition when out of the water, their powerful beak like jaws, and their highly mobile head and neck. In some areas they are hunted very heavily for their meat, a popular ingredient in turtle soup. These turtles have lived for up to 47 years in captivity, while the lifespan of wild individuals is estimated to be around 30 years. As you can see they have rugged, muscular builds. The carapace (upper shell) length in adulthood may be nearly 20 inches (50 cm) and can weigh up to 35 pounds (16 kg). This one was close to that length but not as heavy. The heaviest wild specimen caught reportedly weighed 75 pounds (34 kg). Information from Wikipedia. Jos Mom has been with us for 3 days and has had some short term memory loss but a very healthy body for a 97 year old. Sorry that I have fallen behind in my commenting. Zoom will help a little.
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Dana
Comments (33)
ronmolina
Interesting information and excellent shot!
Faemike55
Wicked capture and information. Glad to hear that Nonni is doing better. hopefully the STML will go away soon.
jocko500
got a good shot of him
MagikUnicorn
I got 2 :) Beautiful shot Dana!
0rest4wicked
The thing that catches one off guard about these turtles is that their neck can reach to their tail in an instant. Nice catch of this fellow.
eekdog
also if they bite your finger, i hear you have to cut off it's head or your finger. great info Dana.
durleybeachbum
There is a old boy who sometimes swims in my lane with the same build and personality. He has been warned and may be banned
blinkings
Nice shot of your snappy friend Dana.
jayfar
A great snap Dana. We don't have these in the UK.
whaleman
He does seem to have an attitude fitting his name, lol, nice shot Dana. Good for the old gal!
clbsmiley
Handsome fellow.
Jean_C
Big turtle indeed, and excellent capture!
Leije
Big turtle specimen, excellent shot, Dana !
rainbows
Wonderful capture and creature, dear Dana, Glad Jo's Mom is okay. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
dakotabluemoon
A great image of it and i am not sure if my big boy came back this year i have not seen him in the pond as of yet.
Cyve
Marvelous capture my friend... Very very well done !
flavia49
excellent capture and info
MrsRatbag
How fun to see this guy; I don't think they should be eaten, there's plenty of other sources for food! Good capture, Dana!
jendellas
You have to watch these little critters I believe :o( Glad Jo's mum is ok. xx
Katraz
Nice shot.
johndoop
Great image Well done!!!!
alanwilliams
Turtles taking photographs, whatever next and thanks for the info
pat40
Brilliant pic & Info.
m_j_s
Excellent shot Dana! The hind leg reminds me so much of a tree.
ia-du-lin
nice shot.
sandra46
GREAT SHOT
Mondwin
Wonderful capture my dear Friend!!!!!!!!!!Bravissimo!VDDD.Hugsxx Whylma
Jay-el-Jay
They can be very nasty.Keep your distance.I remember seeing these down alond the Conn. River in Mass.They are huge!
Barbara1337
Great shot Dana! Those are some really mean turtles.
moochagoo
Nice one. :))