Complete Alligator Snapping Turtle Care Guide - All Turtles

Alligator snapping turtles get their name from their powerful jaws and the ridges of their shells that resemble alligator skin. Medusa, our resident alligator snapping turtle, enjoys spending most of her time in the water, buried in the mud. She can hold her breath up to three hours which is why you may not see her during your visit! | Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Alligator Snapping Turtles are naturally lazy! They have a pink extension on their tongue that acts as a fishing lure. This way, they can remain completely still and have their fish dinner come right to their mouth. We encourage some exercise with our female turtle and Louise was eager to swim over to retrieve a tasty fish this morning. #WorldTurtleDay | ZooAmerica

Wild on Instagram: "The alligator snapping turtle is one of the largest freshwater turtles in the world, found mainly in rivers, lakes, and swamps of the southeastern United States. Its most fascinating adaptation is the wormlike appendage on its tongue, known as a lingual lure. By sitting still with its mouth wide open, the turtle wiggles this lure to attract curious fish. When a fish comes close enough, the turtle’s powerful jaws snap shut in an instant, leaving almost no chance of escape. Des