Endangered giant clam feeding strategies could determine species' future survival

Giant clams (Tridacna gigas), members of the family Tridacnidae and among the most striking inhabitants of tropical coral ...
animalsaroundtheglobe

The Comeback of the Ancient Snapper: How Texas Turtles Outsmarted Extinction

Along the winding rivers and murky wetlands of Texas, an ancient reptilian survivor has been quietly defying the odds. The alligator snapping turtle, a prehistoric-looking creature that has remained ...
Los Angeles Times

Here’s why San Francisco’s legendary albino alligator Claude died at just 30

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Claude, a rare albino alligator who served as California Academy of Sciences’ unofficial mascot, died Tuesday at ...
PBS

Snapping Turtles, Cooper Lake, Future Fishing Holes

Snapping Turtles, Cooper Lake, Future Fishing Holes Season 34 Episode 13 | 26m 30s | CC Protected alligator snapping turtles are returned to their natural habitats, after the trafficked animals are ...
thecooldown

Officials confused after unusual apex predator discovered in Tennessee lake: 'Can be aggressive'

Officials were able to safely remove a large "dinosaur-like" apex predator that was surprisingly spotted at a Washington beach. In late August, a parkgoer at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland, about 10 ...
Times Republican

Why did the turtle cross the road?

SNAPPING TURTLES are a common reptile in Iowa. Their scientific name is Chelydrda serpentina. Adults have a big head, a long spiked tail and a nasty disposition to defend itself from all takers. The ...
thecooldown

Officials issue warning after lifeguard makes alarming discovery beneath dock at local lake: 'Can cause serious injury'

A Washington State lifeguard supervisor found an invasive snapping turtle beneath a dock in Lake Washington at Juanita Beach Park. On Aug. 25, the Kirkland Parks and Recreation Department ...
California Academy of Sciences

Claude Gets Physical

Claude, our beloved albino alligator, passed away from cancer on Dec. 2, 2025. Explore all the ways you can commemorate his legacy. Unlike a human or your pet dog or cat, Claude, the Academy’s ...
USA Today

'Invasive' dinosaur-like snapping turtle found beneath Seattle-area dock

An alligator snapping turtle – a freshwater species native to the southern United States – has been captured at a lakefront park in Kirkland, Washington. Kirkland Parks this week shared an image ...
Yahoo

Look: 'Dinosaur-like' alligator snapping turtle found under dock in Wash.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aug. 27 (UPI) --A large, invasive alligator snapping turtle spotted under a dock at a Washington beach was safely removed by a ...
UPI

'Dinosaur-like' alligator snapping turtle found under dock in Wash.

Aug. 27 (UPI) --A large, invasive alligator snapping turtle spotted under a dock at a Washington beach was safely removed by a lifeguard supervisor, officials said. Kirkland Parks & Community Services ...
New York Post

Valiant lifeguard captures massive ‘invasive’ reptile lurking in waters of Washington park

A snap decision led to a big catch. A valiant lifeguard plucked a massive alligator snapping turtle from the waters of a Washington state park — then posed triumphantly with the invasive creature. The ...