The common snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina) is a species of large freshwater turtle in the family Chelydridae. After emerging from brumation in early spring, turtles begin feeding and searching for mates. Snapping turtles generally reach maturity at 8 to 10 years and can live up to 40 years or more. They typically occupy home ranges of 4 to 22 acres, depending on the size of the wetland. As omnivores, snapping turtles feed on plants, insects, spiders, worms, fish, frogs, small turtles, snak