Dragon Tails, brought to you by adventurer and animal expert Coyote Peterson, delves into the world of snapping turtles, particularly the prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle, and dispels confusion between this species and the more widespread common snapping turtle.
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Despite sharing some similarities in appearance, the two species have different temperaments and different behaviors.
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In this video, Peterson offers a side-by-side comparison of Alligator and Common Snapping Turtles, showing each of their features and special features, allowing viewers to distinguish between them should they encounter one of them.
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The show explores the fascinating folklore and myths surrounding one of the oldest and most enigmatic creatures on the planet, the snapping turtle.
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Join Peterson on his quest to find a world-record-sized mud dragon as he takes you on a journey deep into the remote swamps of the eastern United States.
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