alligator snapping turtle

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A large freshwater snapping turtle (Macroclemys temminckii) of the south-central United States, having a rough carapace and powerful hooked jaws. Also called alligator snapper.

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alligator snapping turtle - large species having three ridges on its back; found in southeastern United States

alligator snapper, Macroclemys temmincki

snapping turtle - large aggressive freshwater turtle with powerful jaws

genus Macroclemys, Macroclemys - includes the alligator snapping turtle

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