Historically, two North American subspecies were recognized: Chely-dra serpentina serpentina (Eastern Snapping Turtle), the subspecies whose range covered most of the midwestern and …

Plastron (lower shell) is small and narrow which doesn’t allow the snapping turtle to pull its body parts into its shell. Legs are very thick and powerful with yellowish coloration. Tail is yellowish …

The snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina) ranges from southern Canada to tropical Ecuador and is an important inhabitant of many aquatic habitats, especially in North America.

Conservation Actions (see Appendix for additional information) Chelydra serpentina is subject to a variety of state legislation, regulations and management efforts in Canada and the United States.

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Although aquatic, this species is often encountered on land as it migrates from one body of water to another. The animal is very aggressive out of water and will attempt to bite. In water, it is …

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