Editing Common snapping turtle (section)

== Behavior ==
When they encounter a species unfamiliar to them such as humans, in rare instances, they will become curious and survey the situation and even more rarely may bump their nose on a leg of the person standing in the water. Although common snapping turtles have fierce dispositions,<ref>[http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/snapping_turtle.aspx Snapping Turtle], Encyclopedia.com</ref> when they are encountered in the water or a swimmer approaches, they will slip quietly away from any disturbance or may seek shelter under mud or grass nearby.{{cn|date=May 2024}}