A man from Iowa is facing numerous charges in Alabama related to the capture of a critically endangered species. The species in question is the flattened musk turtle, which is native only to Alabama. The man, identified in court records, has been charged with multiple counts of violating protection laws and taking or selling protected species.

His arrest occurred on August 8 near a specific highway and county road in Winston County. Further details about the case, including the man's current status and the specifics of his charges, are available from the source. A bond has been set for the man, but additional information would need to be obtained from the original report.