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Chelydra serpentina
Large freshwater turtles reaching nearly 20 inches and 35 pounds. This one was about 16" (40-45 cm). Aggressive when threatened with a tenacious bite that is nearly impossible to escape once locked on.
Found crossing the road towards a marshy area in Central Iowa, USA. (350 masl).
I came upon this guy trying to cross a paved country road. He was on the shoulder. I stopped and took him across as I could see the slough he was heading for. Unfortunately, his companion had already been killed on the road. Nasty disposition, but really cool.
Spotted on Jun 8, 2008
Submitted on Jan 29, 2019
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