Prehistoric beasts lurking in the bayou

Using heavy-duty lines baited with fish heads or chunks of chicken, hunters carefully place their sets near submerged logs and deep holes where these armored giants like to hide. When the line jerks, it’s a battle of strength and grit to haul these alligator snapping turtles in.

You can view more hunting and fishing videos on Jared Serigné’s YouTube channel, Outside the Levees.