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The alligator snapping turtle is characterized by a large, heavy head, and a long, thick shell with three dorsal ridges of large scales (osteoderms) giving it a primitive appearance reminiscent of some of the plated dinosaurs. They can be immediately distinguished from the Common Snapping Turtle by the three distinct rows of spikes and raised plates on the carapace, whereas the common snapping turtle has a smoother carapace. They are a solid gray, brown, black, or olive-green in color, and often covered with algae. They have radiating yellowpatterns around the eyes, serving to break up the outline of the eye and keep the turtle camouflaged. Their eyes are also surrounded by a star-shaped arrangement of fleshy filamentous "eyelashes".
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How long can the alligator snapping turtle breathe under water?
It can't. When submerged, they hold their breath.Some turtles can stay underwater for days at a time without taking a breath, as long as the water stays cold. answered by yahoo
How does the snapping turtle stay warm in the winter?
the find someplace and sleep until spring comes!
How long do alligator snapping turtles hold there breath underwater?
Alligator snapping turtles can hold their breath underwater for extended periods, typically ranging from 30 minutes to several hours. In some cases, they have been known to stay submerged for up to 4 hours, especially when resting or in a cool environment. However, their ability to hold their breath can vary based on activity level, temperature, and other environmental factors.
How long does a turtle stay in its egg?
This is my opinon but I think it basically depends on what the turtle or tortise feels, or if their hiding, trying to hunt, or the time of the day. ☼I hope i helped you out thanks for taking the time to read this.♥
How does an alligator stay under water during hibernation?
When an alligator hibernates, it will find a cool damp cave to stay in, not underwater.
How big does a fresh water turtle get?
Depends on the species. Red eared sliders can grow to about a foot and other sliders can grow a simular size. Many painted turtles will grow about nine inches (however southern painted turtles usually stay slightly smaller). Sea turtles (which are not really available in the pet trade), most species of snapping turtles, and most species of tortoises grow many feet long. Unlike mammals, male turtles stay smaller than female turtles so they generally make better pets. The smaller the turtle the less space, time changing tanks, food, etc. it consumes. Musk turtles, male map turtles, and male painted turtles tend to be the smaller adult turtles.
Where alligator stay?
Alligators stay in florida .There it is very warm.
Does the mother snapping turtle have to be around when the egg hatch?
No, mother snapping turtles do not typically stay around to see their eggs hatch. Once they have laid their eggs in a suitable nesting site, they typically return to the water and do not play a role in caring for or protecting the hatchlings.
How long can turtles stay out in air?
depending on witch kind of turtle you have is the truth if u have a land turtle they can stay out for about 20 hours sea turtles can stay out for about 4 hours
How long can a water turtle's egg stay out of the water?
Turtle eggs cannot stay in the water for more than 48 hours after they are laid or they will die.
Can you feed a turtle bacon?
stay away from fatty foods for your turtle unless it is strictly a carnivore
Can an alligator stay out of the water?
Yes it can, well I'm pretty sure it can????? <3
