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Are Turtles Tortoises

Are Tortoises Turtles? Exploring The Differences Between Turtles and Tortoises

October 9, 2024

When diving into the turtle’s world, there is a confusing question: are tortoises turtles? Tortoises are turtles but turtles are not tortoises. Turtles and tortoises belong to the same order but have different characteristics. Many people think of them as the same animal.  It’s normal to think so because they both move slowly and have the same type of shells. Also, they both have similar physical characteristics. Even if they have

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Leatherback Sea Turtle Bite

Biggest Leatherback Sea Turtle Bite: A Deep Dive into Nature’s Gentle Giant

October 8, 2024

The leatherback sea turtle is the largest and most migration-driven of all sea turtles. There are many inspiring wonders and innumerable questions regarding this majestic sea turtle’s physiology. Leatherback sea turtles are known for their distinct leathery shell. One of the most curious aspects is the leatherback sea turtle bite. Many people wonder if this is because of their size; when their size is so large, how will be –

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Alligator Snapping Turtles Bite

Alligator Snapping Turtle Bite: How Dangerous Is It?

October 7, 2024

Alligator snapping turtle bite is the giant one according to the size of other freshwater turtle species. So, it is no wonder that alligator snapping turtle bite is deadly, considering others. This giant turtle is characterized not only by its ancient appearance and impressive size but also by its strong jaw and physical structure.  Their strong beaks allow them to catch their prey and protect it from various threats.  Sharp

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200 lb Snapping Turtle Texas

Giant 200 lb Snapping Turtle Texas: A Record-Breaking Wildlife Encounter

September 28, 2024

A world record snapping turtle that weighs 200 pounds was trapped in Texas waters which caught many people’s attention. It happened on April 6, 2024 at Sam Rayburn Reservoir, which is a popular fishing spot. Since May 6, 2024, news stories have started to come out about the unexpected size of the alligator snapping turtle. This world’s biggest snapping turtle catch showed the ecological changes resulting, and caught nature lovers’ attention. 200 lb Snapping Turtle Texas Catch: An Amazing Record The expedition began with Captain Kirk Kirkland, with a guide who is veteran angler Art Weston. They were looking to capture large fish and ended up catching this giant alligator snapping turtle.  “Art hooked something about noon while fishing for gar using a large chunk of carp for bait,” Kirkland recalled.  “I figured it was a turtle for the unusual way it fought. It took Art about 30 minutes to bring the turtle up, and it wasn’t very happy.”  Art Weston from Kentucky is already known for large catches. During this 200 lb snapping turtle Texas catch in Sam Rayburn, they felt a great tug on their line. “When the turtle took the bait, Kirk had a good idea it

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