The Common Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina) is one of the most ancient-looking reptiles in North America. With a rugged shell, long saw-like tail, and incredibly strong jaws, these turtles look like something straight out of the dinosaur era. Despite their fierce reputation, they play an important role in ecosystems by cleaning waterways and controlling populations of fish, frogs, and carrion. In Canada, they are considered a species of special concern because many are killed while crossing