Species Detail
Snapping Turtle
Snapping Turtles

Snapping Turtle

Chelydra serpentina

Habitat

Ponds, lakes, rivers, and marshes

Range

North America (Canada to Ecuador)

Adult Size

8-18 in (20-45 cm)

Diet

Omnivorous: fish, frogs, insects, plants

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Northern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Northern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Feed every 3-4 days after brumation

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

Feed every 2-3 days, high protein

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Reduce to every 4-5 days

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Brumation; feeding pauses