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.
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