Chelydra Serpentina subspecies

[GooD_ComBo]

Chelydra serpentina osceola - Florida snapper
Chelydra serpentina rossignoni - Central American snapper
Chelydra serpentina acutirostris - South American snapper
Chelydra serpentina - North American snapper

Can anyone could kindly explain the unique features of each species? In terms of its looking.

 

[Anthony P]

The Florida and Common Snapper are no longer considered different subspecies. The formerly considered Florida Snapper has a bunch of tubercles on the neck that are really unique and are immediately recognizable.

As for the Central and South American Snappers, I don't have a ton of experience, but I do have two friends/partners who keep them. Juveniles really have pretty carapace markings that I personally have never seen on any other Chelydra. I'll try to find a pic and share it, but don't hold your breath.