Found throughout Florida, the southern states and around the Gulf of Mexico, the American Alligator is one of the most fascinating creatures found in the US.
An apex predator, they are powerful and efficient hunters, yet unlike crocodiles, they rarely attack humans and are considered relatively docile if left unprovoked.
American Alligators are so numerous that Alligator farming for their hides and meat has become a big business. Sadly, the only other Alligators in the world – the Chinese Alligator – is listed as critically endangered with fewer than 1,000 left in the wild.
Most people equate the American Alligator with the Everglades and swampy areas of Florida.
Our first time to see an Alligator in the wild it was in Bolivia “Rurre” and it was very impressive. Unfortunately when we visited the States we wanted to see part of the beautiful nature there but we didn’t. The States sucks when it comes to public transportation between cities!
Great shot.
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Ya, you really need to rent a car in the US to get the best out of any road trip! Hope you get some wildlife next time…
Creepy! It reminds me of the night safari I did in the Bolivian Amazon where there were hundreds of pairs of eyes shining from the riverside. Best to keep your distance!
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Thanks Arianwen, they are pretty creepy how they lurk under the water…I can’t imagine seeing 100s of them!