Alligator snapping turtles get their name from their powerful jaws and the ridges of their shells that resemble alligator skin. Medusa, our resident alligator snapping turtle, enjoys spending most of her time in the water, buried in the mud. She can hold her breath up to three hours which is why you may not see her during your visit! | Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Perfectly motionless and camouflaged against the muddy riverbed, the alligator snapping turtle wiggles a worm-like attachment on its tongue to lure prey closer. When unsuspecting fish approach, the turtle SNAPS its jaws shut to trap its meal! Find out more about this snappy turtle here bit.ly/RS_AlligatorSnappingTurtle 📹: Webster Cheong, Animal Care Officer (Herpetology) | Mandai Wildlife Reserve