American snapping turtle with bite 'like a car door' found at Welsh beauty spot
Summary
An American snapping turtle was found in a stream at Penllegare Valley Woods in Swansea, Wales. The turtle, which has a strong bite and is not native to the area, was likely released by someone who should not have done so. Experts warn that these turtles can harm local wildlife, especially endangered water voles.Key Facts
- The snapping turtle was discovered in a Welsh natural area called Penllegare Valley Woods.
- These turtles are native to North and Central America, not Wales.
- The turtle’s bite is very strong and compared to trapping a finger in a car door.
- It is illegal to release non-native animals into the wild because they can harm local plants and animals.
- Snapping turtles eat fish, frogs, mammals, and are a big threat to the endangered water vole.
- Water voles live near water and have become endangered due to loss of habitat and predators.
- Experts advise people not to try to catch snapping turtles because they will bite in self-defense.
- The turtle was taken to the National Centre for Reptile Welfare for care and removal.
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