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It’s a stupendous Fossil Friday! Let’s celebrate with Stupendemys geographicus, the “stupendous turtle.” This reptile lived during the Late Miocene some 5 million years ago, and it’s one of the largest turtles to have ever existed. Photo: D. Finnin/© AMNH

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Scientists think this giant’s carapace could grow up to 7.9 ft (2.4 m) long and that it could weigh up to 2,524 lbs (1,145 kg). See it up close in the Hall of Vertebrate Origins!

amnh.linkPlan Your Visit | American Museum of Natural HistoryStart here: find out how to get to the Museum, get tickets, and map out your must-see exhibits.

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