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The alligator snapping turtle is a large aquatic species with a significantly massive head (in comparison with other species of turtles). The carapace (higher shell) has 3 distinguished ridges — one alongside the middle line and 1 on either side. There may be an extra row of scutes (attractive scales) on each side of the carapace. The large head