A massive, prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle was just found under a dock at Juanita Beach Park in Kirkland! These turtles, native to the southern U.S., can weigh up to 200 pounds and have jaws strong enough to cause serious injury. Locals are being urged to keep their distance and alert park staff if they spot one. It’s a mystery how this “living fossil” ended up in Lake Washington—maybe it was someone’s pet? This unexpected visitor has everyone talking about invasive species and what they mean for our local wildlife. What would you do if you saw one? #Science #Kirkland #Wildlife