Beach goers at a popular beach in Washington state got quite a shock last week, as a rare alligator snapping turtle was found to be lurking under a dock.

The Bizarre Discovery Was Made at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland.

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Thank goodness for the fearless, lifeguard, Dani, who managed to safely remove the creature from the water. According to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service , the alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in the United States. It is NOT native to Washington state .

The alligator snapping turtle stands out due to its prehistoric appearance and massive size.

The Snapping Turtle Is Considered to Be One of the Most Dangerous in the World.

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