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Snapper nesting on the river [OC] (lemmy.world)

submitted 4 months ago by Tempus_Fugit@lemmy.world to c/herpetology@mander.xyz

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/45582321

Great Lakes region, USA. April 2026.

While out birding today I spotted this snapper laying still on the side of the river. I assume it's nesting, but it could be waiting for a snack. Last week we had snow, and already the turtles are active.

Bonus painted turtle looking for a snack.

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[–] Mothra@mander.xyz 3 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Gotta admit it took me longer than expected to see the snapper in the first image. Cool find! Thanks for sharing!

[–] Tempus_Fugit@lemmy.world 3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago)

Thanks. Yeah I didn't recognize it at first either and walked past. On my way back I noticed the green algae on the shell. They blend into rocks surprisingly well.