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.
Thanks for stopping by, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated.
Dana
Comments (33)
Interesting information and excellent shot!
Wicked capture and information. Glad to hear that Nonni is doing better. hopefully the STML will go away soon.
got a good shot of him
I got 2 :) Beautiful shot Dana!
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.
also if they bite your finger, i hear you have to cut off it's head or your finger. great info Dana.
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
Nice shot of your snappy friend Dana.
A great snap Dana. We don't have these in the UK.
He does seem to have an attitude fitting his name, lol, nice shot Dana. Good for the old gal!
Handsome fellow.
Big turtle indeed, and excellent capture!
Big turtle specimen, excellent shot, Dana !
Wonderful capture and creature, dear Dana, Glad Jo's Mom is okay. Hugs for all day. Di. xx
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.
Marvelous capture my friend... Very very well done !
excellent capture and info
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!
You have to watch these little critters I believe :o( Glad Jo's mum is ok. xx
Nice shot.
Great image Well done!!!!
Turtles taking photographs, whatever next and thanks for the info
Brilliant pic & Info.
Excellent shot Dana! The hind leg reminds me so much of a tree.
nice shot.
GREAT SHOT
Wonderful capture my dear Friend!!!!!!!!!!Bravissimo!VDDD.Hugsxx Whylma
They can be very nasty.Keep your distance.I remember seeing these down alond the Conn. River in Mass.They are huge!
Great shot Dana! Those are some really mean turtles.
Nice one. :))