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On Thu, 12 Jun 2003 03:22:25 GMT, GD wrote:

Most U.S. turtles can be handled in the manner described without
danger. Softshell turtles and common snapping turtles will inflict
serious damage to the hand grasping the carapace just behind the neck.
All turtles can inflict painful wounds if handled improperly.


Yea, I knew about the softshells, but I've never seen one on the road. Darn
hard to catch in water, too. Those suckers are FAST.

Bob