Snapping Turtles
Most turtles are shy, peaceful water animals. Not the snapping turtle! Snapping turtles are known for their bad attitudes and painful bite. They are protected by big, hard shells and beak-like jaws. These grumpy reptiles can live to be almost 50 years old. Readers will not only learn to stay away from these belligerent animals, but they will also gain insight into basic life science concepts.
