"Rescue Mission: Invasive Alligator Snapping Turtle Found in England's Cumbria"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
An invasive alligator snapping turtle, native to Florida, was rescued from a lake in England after being spotted by a dog walker. The creature, known for its mean bite, was fished out with a shopping basket by a local official and is now being cared for by a veterinary center. Named "Fluffy," the turtle will be transported to a zoo or private keeper. Alligator snapping turtles are declining in numbers due to habitat degradation and overharvesting, and have complicated needs, a voracious appetite, and a nasty bite.