Reptile House
Alligator Snapping Turtle Macrochelys temminckii
Alligator snapping turtles are one of the largest freshwater turtle species. They are nocturnal and hide at the bottom of the water during the day. They open their large mouths and move the insect-like protuberances on their tongues to catch fish.
Animal name | Alligator Snapping Turtle | |||
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Scientific name | Macrochelys temminckii | |||
Order | Family |
it is on display until 16:30.