how big are snapping turtles when they hatch
Hatchling snapping turtles are about the size of a quarter. (9) Adult female snapping turtles usually measure from 9.5 to 14.5 inches (24 to 36 cm) (mean carapace length is 11 inches or 28.4 cm). Adult males usually range from 9.5 to15.5 inches (24 to 39 cm) (mean carapace length is 13.3 inches or 33.6 cm).