Snapping turtle

Where do they live

• Southern Albert
• East to Nova Scotia in Canada
• Extends south to the Gulf of Mexico and central Texas

How long do they live

• Wild snapping turtles live up to 30 years

What kind of habitat do they need?

• Live only in fresh water
• They like water with muddy bottoms and lots of plants so they can hide easily
• Their mostly in the water but go on land to lay their eggs

What eats them

• Other large turtles
• Raccoons
• Skunks
• Foxes
• Bullfrogs
• Watersnakes
• Largemouth bass (fish)

What do they eat

• Insects
• Fish
• Birds
• Large amount of plants
• They kill other turtles by biting off their heads because they have to protect their territory or because they are not doing as told

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