A Common Snapping Turtle had intentions of lunching on a Great Egret. The egret was not going to go down without a fight. (Alexandria, VA)
The snapping turtle grabs the egret by the toe.
The turtle starts dragging the egret trying to tire it out and get it to deeper water.
The snapper changes course while trying to keep a grip on its prey.
The egret takes advantage of an opportunity to strike at the turtles head.
The bird manages to break free of the turtle's grip.
