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Indiana “Snapperfest” Is Turtle Torture
Culture Buzz Snapperfest is a brutal “celebration” held annually at the Campshore Campground in Ohio County, Indiana and it needs to be stopped. Innocent snapping turtles are captured, swung by their tails and bashed against the ground as amusement. BuzzFeed, will you help me save some turtles? (via ht.ly)
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Video: Turtle Surprise
If you'll come a bit closer, this giant snapping turtle will show you his secret. And yes, I am easily amused.
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10 Awesome Snapping Turtle Facts
Science Buzz Snapping Turtles are often maligned because people think they're mean and scary looking. But they're actually pretty fun to hang out with. Don't believe me? Here are some facts about snappers that might change your mind.
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The Turtle Circus (1908)
Culture Buzz The Turtle Circus appeared in a 1908 issue of St. Nicholas Magazine. Presumably the intent was to teach children something about turtles, but in reality, it's just about some crazy person who cruelly balances reptiles on cups. And no, I do not recommend that you try this at home.
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Image: Crocodile Snapping Turtle
Alligator snappers exist; it's probably a good thing that “crocodile” snappers do not.
