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Originally Posted by Tobra
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Snapping Turtles
Snapping turtles will live in either fresh or brackish bodies of water. These turtles will eat almost anything. If a backyard pond is large enough, then they will inhabit it. Snapping turtles can be very large, measuring two to three feet in diameter. To eat, they hide until a bird, fish or small animal goes by.
Powerful jaws make snapping turtles very efficient predators. They are bad tempered and can deliver a serious bite, so it is best to keep your distance from any snapping turtles that may make their way into your backyard.
Snapping turtles have extremely flexible, long necks that can reach most parts of their bodies, so don’t pick one up. Snapping turtles can be found throughout Maryland.
I made the mistake when we first moved here of trying to pick one up, thinking "Box Turtle" - the tail got me before Turtlenator II was able to reach his jaws around and sever a finger.
Huge 'tude as well.