A Woman\u2019s Fishing Trip Took a Wild Turn When a Giant Turtle Emerged From the Mississippi River! During a family vacation in November 2022, Shala Holm was fishing with her daughter when an enormous snapping turtle suddenly surfaced beside their kayak, reaching toward their basket of fish. After the creature returned the following day, Holm captured incredible close-up photos that quickly went viral. Wildlife experts estimated the turtle was at least 15 years old, possibly as old as 30, although its exact size remained unknown. Despite its dinosaur-like appearance and powerful claws, snapping turtles generally avoid people and play an important role in keeping aquatic ecosystems healthy…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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