Efficacy and function of snapping turtle. It is rich in high protein, high amino acids and other nutrients, low in fat and calories, nourishing blood and benefiting qi, and is a good food for people with chronic diseases, anemia, insomnia and brain decline. Crocodile turtle meat: contains more than 20 kinds of amino acids, which is superior to other reptiles such as turtles and turtles. It is not only delicious, but also can replenish qi and blood, nourish heart and lungs, strengthen bones and muscles, and drive away dampness. Crocodile turtle eggs: rich in benign cholesterol, can eliminate fat in blood vessels and help blood vessels smooth. Crocodile turtle gall: detoxification and antipyretic, which can be used for adjuvant treatment of bone cancer and bladder cancer. Crocodile turtle liver: it can nourish yin, nourish liver and improve eyesight, which is beneficial to senile cataract and decreased vision. Crocodile turtle heart: promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, dredging veins and relieving pain, improving cardiovascular and cerebrovascular circulation system, and can be used for the adjuvant treatment of coronary heart disease and angina pectoris. Crocodile turtle oil: it can relieve menstruation and relieve pain, refresh the mind, and especially moisturize the skin. .

Crocodile turtle is one of the largest freshwater turtles in the world and the largest freshwater turtle in North America, mainly inhabiting the southern waters of the United States. They can be underwater for up to three hours. Female turtles only go ashore when they nest. Crocodile turtles are carnivorous opportunists and will also eat carrion. In northern states such as Michigan, young turtles even eat plants. They usually do this when there is no food or in summer. When they mature, they will become omnivores and will not pose a threat to the number of fish. However, when snapping turtles breed to a certain extent, it will pose a threat to the ecosystem of local rivers.

Fishermen praised their fishing ability, ie lured their prey with their tongues. Small fish are usually the food source for young turtles. They eat almost everything, mainly fish and dead fish, invertebrates, carrion and amphibians, as well as snakes and other turtles. Captive snapping turtles eat all kinds of meat, including beef, chicken and pork. Adult snapping turtles have also hunted small crocodiles. Crocodile turtles are fierce turtles. Although they don't bite people at ordinary times, they will bite their fingers when threatened, so be extra careful. When they are caught, they will release musk smell. Crocodile turtle is an exotic species, large and aggressive, and has no natural enemies in China.