Don't see many of these guys as a rule but I caught this turtle as he emerged from the pond today. Not sure but I think it might be a Snapping turtle.



Tom G

[jford]

I'm no expert either, but snapper or not, it's a good capture.
Thanks for sharing.

[8540tomg]

Thanks Jford,

I wish I had my macro lens when this guy showed up. A 400mm isn't exactly a point and shoot sort of optic. This guy was about the size of a dinner plate and looks like he just crawled out of the Jurassic era. Just one of those cool things you see once in a while when you are looking for something else.

Tom G

[charliezap]

Talk about mud.I bet he cleans up well.--charliezap

[8540tomg]

Camouflage Charlie camouflage.

Actually, the water levels are so low in the pond this year I think he was looking for bigger puddle across the road.

Tom G

[Sailor]

That's one tough-lookin' critter, Tom. You nailed him (her?) perfectly.

Jer

[8540tomg]

A slow moving target helps a lot Jer.

Tom G