Asked by Barb

WE found a huge snapping turtle in our yard. Is there a way to estimate its' age? Thanks

16 years ago

Answered by bobpursley

turn it over and examine the scute growth pattern.

http://mdc.mo.gov/nathis/herpetol/boxturtles/images/bta.jpg

16 years ago

Answered by Barb

THANKS! He or she is 14 inches long with a neck extension of approximately 9 inches. We have seen others, but none this big.

16 years ago

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