This snapping turtle was brought to me by a student who rescued it from certain death crossing a busy road. Fotunately it didn’t bite him.  I have caught  (and released) several like this one usually after heavy flooding along Popes Head creek.  Even as recently as two weeks ago I could see one prowling around near the edge of the creek between foot and rail road bridge.  I wouldn’t try picking these guys up especially if you are inexperienced handling such animals. They are very strong, have exceptionlly long reach with their necks and they can deleiver a mean, powerful, bite!