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Snapping Turtles
Snapping turtles, which belong to the biological family Chelydridae, are a family of turtles consisting of four living species and several extinct species. Snapping turtles are known for their predatory behavior (they'll eat everything from fish to baby waterfowl such as ducklings) and their belligerent disposition when not in the water. In the United States, common snapping turtles are hunted and used as the main ingredient in turtle soup.
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What is the alligator snapping turtles description?
a alligators snapping turtle description is ....... first of all a alligators favorite snack so probaly the alligators is oh yes sir wre I'm going to eat that snaping turtle maybe even the rest of its family to that probaly the alligators description
Can too alligator snapping turtles live in one tank together?
That depends upon the species of lizard. They need to have their tank set up properly as a vivarium not as an aquarium. I hope you know that.
No, turtles are very peaceful. They could never eat each other! :)
However, if a turtle eats meat regularly it may think that a baby turtle is a large piece of meat for it to eat. Do not put a baby turtle in with an adult.
No! how could they? They have a shell! But they may try if they are threatened.
Not true, turtles are very cannibalistic. A couple of good examples of this is the eatern spiny soft shell turtle, painted turtles, and slider turtles. You don't have to worry about cannibalism within your turtles if they are around the same size. You don't want to have a bunch of turtles in the same tank that are more than an inch or so in size difference unless they are adults with lots of room. Babies turtles are born with soft shell that harden as they get older, when the shells are still soft then they don't have any protection. Keep them with turtles their size. Don't take a risk with turtles. Adults over the size of about 5-6 inches can probably be housed with much larger turtles as long as you introduce them over time and keep an eye of them for the first couple of days and separating them when you can't watch them and durning night, until they are settled in.
no because turtles do not fight
YES! Snapping and alligator snapping turtles are known to eat smaller turtles.
Why do people answer when they don't really know from experience? Although "fellow" turtles are not part of their regular diet, turtles can fight and be aggressive with each other, snapping and biting at heads and limbs. There have been accounts of limbs and eyes being lost. Obviously, they can't eat through the shell. But they are omnivores and meat is meat.
i would say no. My turtle is a red eared slider and its big. I also have a baby yellow bellied slider and they are fine together! At first they may nip at each other but if they do, either push your turtle or give it a tiny nudge... the next day they should be friends!!
How large do snapping turtles get?
the average size of an alligator snapping turtle is 150 Lbs and 26 inches long.
Do snapping turtles live in rivers or streams?
Well i personally have a alligater snapping turtle. and yes they do in rivers abd streams so be very careful you dont get in their mouths becuz they hurt.
How do you find baby snapping turtles?
I've always found baby painted turtles in really muddy, scummy ponds with thick vegetaion. You get a net with dime size holes. Walk very quietly around the edge of the pond and you may see one with it's head sticking out. Usually you'll see it just as it goes under to hide and you have to use your net. I always had luck just scooping up net fulls of pond gook from the water right at the edge, no more than 3 feet in. Empty out the stuff and carefully look through the mudd . With any luck you'll find some baby turtles, fish , frogs, tadpoles and a smelly net
Water temp for alligator snapping turtles need in captivity?
Around 75-80 degrees Fahrenheit is good.
Hope this helps :]
What does black and yellow snapping turtles eat?
A common full-grown snapping turtle eats fish, meat, insects, and plants.
Do alligator snapping turtles live in families?
For the most part alligators live on their own, but the young live with their mothers for a few moths after hatching.
Are snapping turtles carnivore omnivore or herbivore?
They are carnivores i think because they do not eat meat
Other than worms what do baby snapping turtles eat?
They eat live feeder fish, some crickets, and many other live food.
Do seagulls or snapping turtles live in swamps?
There are many types of turtles in the world, many of which live in swamps. Some of the turtles that live in swamps are the Western swamp tortoise, the Brazilian radiolated swamp turtle, and the Black spine-neck swamp turtle.
Are Snapping Turtles warm or cold blooded?
turtles are cold blooded because they are reptiles. reptiles live in cold places so they are cold blooded
How big can a snapping turtle get?
Most full grown alligator snapping turtles can get as big as 2.5 feet and weigh as much as 200 pounds.
Are snapping turtles good pets?
There are some people who think that it is wrong to have one as a pet. but by my means. i think its alright to have a snapping turtle or alligator snapping turtle as a pet. but i mean if you're gonna have one well make sure it is in a good enviorment and that its not mistreated at least.
How do you get rid of snapping turtles?
If you can't drain your pond and round them up, fish for them. Because snapping turtles eat about anything, they can be caught on a hook and heavy line using catfish bait. Chicken livers or gizzards or some cut up fish will work. Tie the line to a jug or heavy float and run another line to shore so they can be reeled in. Ask if anyone locally has fished for them for more tips. And, most importantly, find out if anyone wants them to eat. If you're going to the trouble of catching them, why not go all the way and put them to use? There are some folks who will run over you to get their paws on turtle meat. Good luck.
How much is an alligator snapping turtle worth?
It depends on where you live... Usually between $45-$60
