Common Snapping Turtle

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United States
Chelydra serpentina
yes
  • off-site education animal
  • static display animal
captive reared
Juvenile (36+ months)
The animal was reported to have been captured as a hatchling (when roughly the size of a quarter), likely traversing from nest to water. This animal was reported to have spent three years in captivity as an exotic pet and was surrendered to Houston Humane Society in December 2024. Not currently under rehabilitation, the animal is otherwise healthy and in need of placement to an educational facility.
20
No issues developed during care, however, the turtle is slightly obese and will need weight management care.
4
Yes
yes
The turtle generally reacts to its caregiver's presence by raising its head out of the water, in the expectation that it will be fed, doesn’t retreat readily or act defensively, even with multiple people present.
The turtle at this point reacts to strangers in the same way, seemingly with the expectation of feeding/attention.
alone
no
good life
good life

The Houston Humane Society Wildlife Center requires all prospective transfers complete a transfer application prior to the selection and movement of an animal. Our questionnaire will be made available to interested facilities upon initial inquiry.
For additional questions, please email snorris@houstonhumane.org

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