Giant Snapping Turtle Dubbed 'Chonkosaurus' Spotted in Chicago River
A video of a giant snapping turtle, which a Chicago-native nicknamed "Chonkosaurus" went viral on Twitter
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Meet 'Chonkosaurus,' the Chicago River's massive, fat snapping turtle – Chicago Tribune
The turtle spotted sunning in the restored Chicago River got its name because it is "fat and chonky," botanist Joey Santore said.
Source: chicagotribune.com
Meet 'Chonkosaurus,' the Chicago River's massive, fat snapping turtle
Scoot over Chance the Snapper: There’s a new famous critter in Chicago.
Source: herald-review.com
How Floating Wetlands Are Helping to Clean Up Urban Waters
As cities around the world look to rid their waterways of remaining pollution, researchers are installing artificial islands brimming with grasses and sedges. The islands’ surfaces attract wildlife, while the underwater plant roots absorb contaminants and support aquatic life.
Source: yale.edu
Chicago River Now Hosts 3000 Sq Feet Floating Wetlands to Boost Biodiversity
A project for biodiversity puts 3000 sq feet of floating wetland in the Chicago River following the completion of a floating walkway in June.
Source: natureworldnews.com