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Alligator Snapping Turtle Fundamentals Explained
The alligator snapping turtle is a huge aquatic species that has a significantly significant head (as compared to other species of turtles). The carapace (upper shell) has 3 well known ridges — 1 along the middle line and one on both side. There's an extra row of scutes (sexy scales) on all sides of your carapace. The big head terminates in a poi