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Turtles probably get run over on our roads with some frequency but I just couldn't let that happen to this guy. Would have felt bad if I didn't at least make an effort to try and move it out of the way despite its determination to not let me do so. What does a turtle know about a ton of metal anyway? After seeing it survive that collision with the big truck I now have a newfound respect for just how protective that hard shell can be. After all was said and done I left "Lucky" by the side of the road and snapped (no pun intended) a few more momentos before taking leave.


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anuschka26-Sep-2017 12:40
Well done and thanks for the lesson and pictures V
Anita 05-Feb-2006 23:35
I thank you too for caring enough to stop and move the snapper. I rehab car hit turtles in Texas and hear many stories. Stopping then and not later is best. One lady told me she saw a turtle on the road but was afraid to touch it. She went home and picked up her husband but by the time they got back to the turtle it had been hit and was dead. Your find was lucky in spite of being hit. Turtle's are resilient animals and we manage to save about 90% of the injured ones we receive. Snapper's are wonderful creatures. I love them!
Guest 15-Dec-2005 22:34
Thanks for sharing your story.
-Nancy & 6-year-old homeschooled son, Joseph, who's studying about turtles.