The Service did not propose critical habitat protections for the Suwannee alligator snapping turtle, finding that doing so was “not prudent” because of the threat of illegal collection. One of the ...

Habitat degradation, historical overharvest and ongoing capture have caused significant population declines in the once-abundant turtle. Early in the 20th century, alligator snapping turtles were ...

The alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle ... and they can distribute seeds in different habitats and help make sure that that riparian vegetation, which is so important ...

“For example, our project’s results will improve the currently limited understanding of alligator snapping turtle nesting habitats and behaviors, as well as enhance our ability to manage ...