The Bramble Park Zoo has announced the passing of their alligator snapping turtle, Bowser, from complications of cancer.

Snapping turtles aren’t like other wildlife. They’re powerful, fast, and unforgiving if handled incorrectly. This video looks at how people have traditionally located and handled them and why that ...

For decades now, local naturalist Jim Gilbert has been providing his observations of the great outdoors. Here are a few area ...

A close look at a rare albino snapping turtle, highlighting its unique appearance, behavior, and fascinating traits compared to typical snapping turtles.

Aug. 27 (UPI) --A large, invasive alligator snapping turtle spotted under a dock at a Washington beach was safely removed by a lifeguard supervisor, officials said. Kirkland Parks & Community Services ...

An alligator snapping turtle – a freshwater species native to the southern United States – has been captured at a lakefront park in Kirkland, Washington. Kirkland Parks this week shared an image ...

The turtle, known for its powerful jaws and aggressive nature, is considered invasive and can pose a threat to beachgoers. The dock at the park is just a short distance from the children's playground.

Lifeguard Supervisor Dani is getting snaps of appreciation from the Kirkland Parks and Community Services. The agency said Dani safely removed an alligator snapping turtle from under the dock at ...

KIRKLAND, Wash. - A local lifeguard helped safely remove a snapping turtle that was found underneath the dock at Juanita Beach Park. Kirkland Parks and Community Services (KPCS) took to social media ...

KIRKLAND, Wash. — An invasive snapping turtle was found last week at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland. The alligator snapping turtle, which is the largest freshwater turtle in the U.S., was located ...

While on patrol during the 2024-25 waterfowl hunting season, State Wildlife Officer Maurice Irish, assigned to Delaware County, received information that a trumpeter swan had been shot at Big Island ...