13K views · 185 reactions | Common snapping turtles. Are. Amazing! These snappy predators pack a mean bite with their powerful jaws and strong, bony beak. When not moving, they resemble rocks. This nifty 'disguise' helps them ambush unsuspecting prey. | Mandai Wildlife Reserve | Facebook

Here is the highly requested slow-mo version of the snapping turtle incident. Doesn’t get much closer than that! 😳 The “bite speed” of a common snapping turtle, referring to how quickly it can strike, is estimated to be up to 174 miles per hour (280 kilometers per hour). This includes the lunging and jaw snapping action, which occurs in a remarkably short time of 4-8 milliseconds!! Even if you think you have fast relaxes, you will not be faster than a striking snapping turtle. I like to conside

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