In a shocking find, a 'dangerous' turtle capable of biting through bone was discovered in Cumbria. This alligator snapping turtle, native to Florida, was rescued by local councilor Denise Chamberlain after multiple sightings. Learn more about this startling discovery and the efforts to ensure the safety of both the turtle and the community.
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00:00 In a startling discovery, a dangerous turtle with a jaw dropping enough to break bones
00:06 has been found in Cumbria.
00:09 The creature, known as an alligator snapping turtle, is native to the rivers and swamps
00:15 of Florida, boasting an armour-like shell reminiscent of prehistoric dinosaurs.
00:22 Following numerous sightings of this freshwater reptile, it was rescued from beside Earthway
00:29 Town by local parish councillor, Dennis Chamberlain.
00:34 She took a swift action, placing the turtle in a shopping basket and transporting it to
00:39 a vet.
00:40 Dennis recounted her experience, expressing concern for the turtle's well-being and highlighting
00:47 the lack of assistance from various agencies.
00:51 She clarified that this was not a terrapin, as many initially assumed.
00:57 It's believed that the turtle was abandoned by its owner, unable to care for it any longer.
01:03 Chamberlain urged pet owners facing similar situations to reach out to organisations like
01:09 the RSPCA rather than abandoning animals.
01:14 The staff at Wildside Weds in Barrow were praised as heroes for their handling of the
01:20 turtle.
01:21 However, it's important to note that alligator snapping turtles are considered an invasive
01:27 species, capable of inflicting severe injuries with their powerful jaws.
01:34 They are known to feed on fish, frogs, small mammals and even other turtles, growing up
01:40 to 100 cm in length and weighing as much as 90 kg.
01:45 They are also known to be a threat to wildlife.
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