{"product_id":"real-snapping-turtle-shell-pathology-211946","title":"Real Snapping Turtle Shell - Pathology","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis real snapping turtle shell offers a compelling study of pathological development in chelonian anatomy. The abnormal growth patterns and evidence of disease progression across multiple shell regions make it an exceptional resource for comparative anatomy, veterinary education, or clinical reference collections. The well-preserved carapace retains its natural texture and structural deformities, allowing detailed examination of how pathological processes affect shell morphology and biomechanics. Ideal for institutions, researchers, or collectors focused on disease documentation and developmental anomalies in reptilian skeletal systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe common snapping turtle is a large freshwater turtle found across much of North America, known for its powerful jaws and defensive nature on land. It has a rugged, ridged shell, a long tail, and a thick neck with a sharp beak-like mouth capable of delivering a strong bite—powerful enough to break through sticks and even small bones. Despite their fierce reputation, snapping turtles are generally shy in the water and prefer to stay hidden in muddy bottoms of ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresents with abnormal growth patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresents with possible evidence of pathology in several places\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Length 27.8 cm (10.9 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Width 25.5 cm (10 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShell Height 6.7 cm (2.6 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Skulls Unlimited International, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67610897482097,"sku":"OK-211946","price":62.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1467\/6660\/files\/211946_DSC02059.jpg?v=1790979042","url":"https:\/\/www.skullsunlimited.com\/products\/real-snapping-turtle-shell-pathology-211946","provider":"Skulls Unlimited International, Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}