Snapping Turtle Makes a Snack of… Cheeks!

Aug 15, 2012
The Reptile Report
by Robyn

The Reptile Report - A 16 year old got a bit too close to a good sized snapping turtle and got this “kiss” as a result. I’m sure it hurt. A LOT. But I still LOL’ed.

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