Alligator Snapping Turtle(Macrochelys temminckii)

Quick Facts

  • Size Range: Up to 175 pounds
  • Native Species?: Yes
  • Food Value: High food value

The alligator snapping turtle is easily recognized by its large, heavy head and long, thick shell that is has three dorsal ridges. It differs from the common snapping turtle in that it has a rough shell that is lined with raised plates. The alligator snapping turtle is primarily carnivorous, but will eat almost anything. It has a ‘worm-like’ appendage on its tongue that it uses to attract prey.

The alligator snapping turtle is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in almost all waters across Louisiana.

Alligator Snapping Turtle Rules and Regulations

Size Limit : None
Bag and Possession Limit : Take is limited to no more than one snapping turtle per day, per person, per vehicle/vessel.
General Info:
Related Habitats:
Other Aquatic Reptile Species: Diamondback Terrapin Leatherback Sea Turtle Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtle Softshell Turtles Redear Slider Turtle Eastern Snapping Turtle American Alligator Loggerhead Sea Turtle
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