Aug 13, 2023
©photography by Walter Jenkel 2023 Alligator snapping turtle (Macrochelys temminckii) WALTER JENKEL @WalterJenkel walter_jenkel
This beautiful turtle has a prehistoric appearance, which is why it is known as "the dinosaur of the turtle world". But poaching for its meat and shell, deforestation and contamination of aquatic ecosystems are the main reasons why it is on the red list of species in imminent danger of extinction. This situation has led to various states in southern North America legally regulating the prohibition of its capture. Currently there are some captive breeding projects for its repopulation 🐢🖤
