BIG Florida Softshell Turtle! #turtles #softshellturtle #wildlife #reptiles | Greg’s Turtle Haven

Meet the Florida Softshell Turtle 🐢—a flat, fast, and fascinating resident of South Florida waters! With its leathery shell and snorkel-like nose, this turtle can bury itself in sand and wait for dinner to swim by. But don’t be fooled by its calm appearance—its long neck and sharp jaws make it a skilled hunter. 💡 Pro tip: If you spot one crossing the road, use caution (and gloves!)—it won’t see you as a helper. 🐾To learn more about South-West Florida’s ecosystem and fauna, tune into this week

117K views · 57 reactions | Monster Florida softshell turtle hiked up in a culvert. Super excited cause it was my second time finding this incredible species. . . . #reptiles #animals #snakes #funny #speed #herpetology #florida | Aiden Adams | Facebook

Starting the week off right! 🐢 This Florida Softshell Turtle was admitted with abrasions on its shell and most of its body. Staff flushed the wounds and took radiographs of the patient to check for underlying signs of trauma. After radiographs came back normal and the patient showed normal behavior, this turtle was cleared for release!! 🎥: Morgan H., Assistant Wildlife Rehab Manager | CROW - Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc.