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This snapping turtle, when mature, might weigh 45 pounds and can inflict serious injury if mishandled or provoked.

For reptiles the species composition has not changed significantly from early historic times.  Turtles are often seen on the riverbanks or sunning themselves on logs.  Garter Snakes and Bull Snakes are common.  Valuable for insect and rodent control, they are non-venomous and harmless if left unmolested.

Click here for a list of reptiles in the MNRR (19 KB pdf).