Yes, snapping turtles are native to Iowa and are considered to be a common species in Iowa. To avoid freezing as temperatures drop in the winter, they live underwater and enter a state called brumation, similar to hibernating. The turtles absorb oxygen through their skin while underwater. To learn more on how to identify snapping turtles, tap the link in our bio. 🎥: LivingForRural #Iowa #fyp #Iowaanimals #IowaTurtles