Macrochelys

Genus: Macrochelys

Macrochelys is a genus of large freshwater turtles in the family Chelydridae, best known for the alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii). Native to the southeastern United States, these turtles inhabit slow-moving rivers, swamps, and marshes. They are distinguished by their rugged, heavily ridged shells, powerful jaws, and a unique worm-like appendage on their tongues used to lure prey. Macrochelys species are among the largest freshwater turtles in North America, with impressive longevity and slow growth rates.

Macrochelys temminckii (Alligator Snapping Turtle)

Macrochelys temminckii, commonly known as the alligator snapping turtle, is one of the largest freshwater turtles in the world. Known for its prehistoric appearance, it thrives in the rivers and swamps of the southeastern United States. Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: ChelydridaeGenus: MacrochelysSpecies: M. temminckii Common Names Alligator snapping turtleLoggerhead snapping turtle Identification…

Macrochelys suwanniensis (Suwannee Alligator Snapping Turtle)

The Suwannee Alligator Snapping Turtle (Macrochelys suwanniensis) is a large freshwater turtle native to the Suwannee River system. Known for its prehistoric appearance and powerful jaws, this species is distinct from its close relative, the Alligator Snapping Turtle (Macrochelys temminckii). Scientific Classification Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: TestudinesFamily: ChelydridaeGenus: MacrochelysSpecies: Macrochelys suwanniensis Common Names Suwannee Alligator…

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