The Legend of Lost Lake (Part 2) - Dragon Tails Episode 4

TL;DR

A trap set in Lost Lake successfully catches nine giant snapping turtles, weighing a total of 227 pounds.

Transcript

previously on Dragon Tails hidden deep in the wilds Roann Indiana a giant snapping turtle lurks in the murky waters of Lost Lake the folklore is the Indians they would send hunters down and they wouldn't come back Bill Haywood has constructed a giant safe trap in an attempt to capture and document this prehistoric sized dragon. I'm guessing he's 1... Read More

Key Insights

• 🌥️ Lost Lake in Indiana is home to large snapping turtles, with the largest one caught weighing 49 pounds.
• 🐢 Snapping turtles can be aggressive and dangerous if not handled carefully.
• 👍 The construction of a giant trap proved successful in capturing multiple snapping turtles.

Questions & Answers

Q: Did the trap successfully catch the world record-sized turtle?

No, the largest turtle caught weighed 49 pounds, but it is believed that the actual world record turtle is still out there.

Q: How did the turtles destroy the trap?

The turtles managed to rip a hole in the trap, allowing some of them to escape and explore the murky waters of Lost Lake.

Q: Was getting bitten a common occurrence during the turtle-catching process?

Yes, one of the men was bitten on the thumb while handling a snapping turtle. It was described as the worst bite he has ever experienced.

Q: Will they return to Lost Lake for another trapping attempt?

Yes, the men plan to come back for a second season in hopes of catching the elusive world record turtle.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Bill Haywood constructs a massive trap in Lost Lake to catch a potential world record-sized snapping turtle.

• After a night's wait, the trap is found destroyed, but it is believed that a large turtle is still in it.

• The trap is retrieved, and to their surprise, it is filled with nine turtles, with the largest one weighing 49 pounds.