How Big Can They Get? An alligator snapping turtle is bigger than a common snapping turtle and can weigh over 150 pounds. ©Gabbie Berry/Shutterstock.com ...

Along the winding rivers and murky wetlands of Texas, an ancient reptilian survivor has been quietly defying the odds. The alligator snapping turtle, a prehistoric-looking creature that has remained ...

By the late 20th century, alligator snapping turtle populations across Texas had plummeted to dangerous levels. Multiple factors contributed to this decline, creating a perfect storm of threats.

This is Lou the Giant Alligator Snapping Turtle Their known for their giant beak shaped mouth that can close very fast and ...

How are alligator snapping turtles different? If you’ve seen a snapping turtle in Kansas, it’s more than likely a common snapping turtle.

The main difference is the size, Riedle said. Common snapping turtles can usually reach around 30 to 40 pounds. In Kansas, the largest alligator snapping turtle recorded was 138 pounds.

Visit Bone Crusher, the 107-year-old alligator snapping turtle at GSC. Weighing 120 lbs, he recently moved to the aquarium, showcasing his incredible longevity.

Alligator snapping turtles are the biggest freshwater turtle in North America, sporting jagged, pointy shells, and a hooked beak. But these prehistoric-looking creatures haven't been seen in ...

This rare species of turtle is only native to Florida and Georgia and is now considered federally threatened. Here's what that means.

The Suwannee alligator snapping turtle is being listed as a threatened species with a rule that will tailor protections to support its conservation needs.