Stupendemys (SciiFii)

The giant snapping turtle (Stupendemys gigas), also known as the titanic side-necked turtle, is a species of freshwater side-necked turtle that originally lived in northern South America, dating from the late Miocene to the very start of the Pliocene, about 9 to 5 million years ago, as two extinct species, Stupendemys geographicus and Stupendemys souzai, and was once extinct, but has since been brought back from extinction by SciiFii and introduced throughout the rainforests, swamps, marshlands, lakes, and rivers across both South America and North America (unlike the original species) to help boost biodiversity. The giant snapping turtle is one of, if not, the largest known turtle, growing on average of up to about 11 feet (3.3 meters) and rivaling the great sea turtle in weight. Male giant snapping turtles have a pair of horns present on either side of the carapace around the neck opening. These horns are deeply grooved, covered by a keratinous sheath. These are used for combat between individuals, as similar behaviour is known in other species. Its weight helps the giant snapping turtle stay under water for extended periods of time, grazing on aquatic plants. On the other hand, it is a very weak swimmer, unable to move its bulk against a swift current, and thus avoids smaller streams. Its growth rate is similar to other turtles, and its lifespan is usually around 110 years, giving it enough time to obtain its maximum size. Despite its name, it does not attack any large land animals with its beak nor does it snap its jaw and slam it on any other land animals (including humans), due to being a herbivore and only feeds on underwater plants and fruits. The conservation status of the giant snapping turtle is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the giant snapping turtle's wide range qnd its tolerance to most of the human activities, including pollution and overpopulation, allowing it to survive and flourish in many parts of the cities and suburbs, including park lakes and water treatment plants just to name a few.
Category:Animals
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Category:SciiFii