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Skater's Viral TikTok Reveals Turtles Under Ice

1/13/2025

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While skating on a frozen pond in Collins, Iowa, 19-year-old Lane Oswalt stumbled upon snapping turtles hidden beneath the ice. Capturing the moment, he shared a TikTok video that quickly went viral, racking up an impressive 7.4 million views. These resilient turtles can endure winter underwater for nearly 100 days, showcasing nature's incredible adaptability.

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While skating on a frozen pond in Collins, Iowa, 19-year-old Lane Oswalt stumbled upon snapping turtles hidden beneath the ice. Capturing the moment, he shared a TikTok video that quickly went viral, racking up an impressive 7.4 million views. These resilient turtles can endure winter underwater for nearly 100 days, showcasing nature's incredible adaptability.