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Quiz: Are you savvy about snapping turtles?

A snapping turtle laying on a log above the water with its shell covered in duckweed and other vegetation.
(Photo courtesy of Kathleen Mary)

Snapping turtles are often feared for their bite, but there's more to these turtles than their powerful jaws.

See how much you know about these creatures on this quiz. Feel free to study up ahead of time with the help of our creature feature.

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