1.6K reactions · 1.5K shares | A Florida softshell turtle searches for a safe place to lay her eggs, but a crow has other plans for her eggs - dinner. America's National Parks: Everglades premieres Sunday 8/7c. | National Geographic TV | Facebook

While visiting the Charles H. Hoessle Herpetarium, look closely and you may see an Asian narrow-headed softshell turtle. While this species can grow to be one of the largest freshwater turtles on the planet, it is also easy to overlook. Native to large rivers in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia, this impressive turtle is often buried into the river bottom, where it remains motionless—until a fish or other aquatic animal swims by. Then, the turtle quickly extends its neck while simultaneously ope

In the river with a big female spiny Softshell turtle! These amazing animals are perfectly adapted to their riverine habitat, with paddle-like feet, a low streamlined leathery shell, and long neck with snorkel nose. Can you tell the difference between this and the Florida Softshell? Let me know in the comments #conservation #wildlife #nature #animals #turtles #softshellturtle | Greg’s Turtle Haven

BIG Florida Softshell Turtle! #turtles #softshellturtle #wildlife #reptiles | Greg’s Turtle Haven

Bringing this softshell turtle into his own habitat #rescue #hewasknockingdoor #turtleislove #wildlife | Sheramae Joyce Valera

117K views · 57 reactions | Monster Florida softshell turtle hiked up in a culvert. Super excited cause it was my second time finding this incredible species. . . . #reptiles #animals #snakes #funny #speed #herpetology #florida | Aiden Adams | Facebook