Fishing tonight, a snapping turtle followed me all over the pond. He was locked onto the anchor rope the first time I saw him and I was afraid he wouldn't let go. I am afraid a bad word slipped out. Later, in a different location, he stuck his head out of the water and had his body under the boat. I hit him with the paddle. Another bad word. Later yet, I heard bumping under the canoe, then saw lots of bubbles and a shadow I believe was him again. I don't know if he is in love with the boat or if he thinks it is something to fight, but I have never had a turtle follow me around the pond unless they were after my stringer. This one may have to die; I must admit, I was uncomfortable seeing this large, normally shy, animal so aggressively interested in me/my boat.
Anyone else have similar experiences? Is it breeding season?
CMM
