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
Scientific name	Macrochelys temminckii
Order		Family

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