Kentucky angler catches massive alligator snapping turtle in Texas

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Kentucky angler catches a 200+ pound alligator snapping turtle while fishing for a record-setting alligator gar in Texas.

Key Points

  • Angler Art Weston returned to Sam Rayburn Lake in Texas
  • Caught a massive alligator snapping turtle while fishing for alligator gar
  • Released the turtle back into the lake unharmed
  • Also caught a record-breaking 188-pound alligator gar on a four-pound line

Pros

  • Setting potential world records in fishing
  • Rare and remarkable catch of a 200+ pound alligator snapping turtle

Cons

  • Need to be cautious while handling the protected species