Have you ever wondered how snapping turtles mate? We got you. As waters begin to warm, so do the hearts of snapping turtles. Mating can occur during spring through fall - eggs are usually laid in summer. The female snapper can store the male's sperm for several seasons, using it when necessary to fertilize her eggs. These gnarly scavengers are a vital part of healthy wetlands and aquatic habitats, and they aren’t shy about sharing their business. Video: Erin Huggins/USFWS Video description: A ma

"Turtle mating season has commenced on the Great Barrier Reef! The successful male grips on tightly to the female with special hooks on the front flippers and holds on for dear life. The female will mate with various males and is able to store sperm and fertilise 3-7 clutches of eggs throughout the season." - IG user jacintashackleton in the Great Barrier Reef | PADI

5K views · 60 reactions | Turtle mating  It's that time of year when #turtles get it on to produce the next generation to swim the seas. Did you know both male and female turtles will mate with a number of partners? The females store sperm in their bodies to fertilise the three to seven clutches of eggs laid during the season.  IG: i.am.animal #LovetheReef Visit Queensland, Australia Master Reef Guides Southern Great Barrier Reef | Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority | Facebook