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Common Snapping Turtle

Chelydra serpentina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Testudines ›Family: Chelydridae ›Genus: Chelydra

About

The common snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina) is a large freshwater turtle of the family Chelydridae. Its natural range extends from southeastern Canada, southwest to the edge of the Rocky Mountains, as far east as Nova Scotia and Florida. This species and the larger alligator snapping turtles are the only Macrochelys species in this family found in North America (though the common snapping turtle, as its name implies, is much more widespread).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Snapping Turtle?
The scientific name of Common Snapping Turtle is Chelydra serpentina.
What kingdom does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the order Testudines.
What family does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the family Chelydridae.
What genus does Common Snapping Turtle belong to?
Common Snapping Turtle belongs to the genus Chelydra.