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The American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is a large
reptile up to 500 pounds. Females average 8 feet long and males
average 11 feet. The length of an alligator may be estimated by
estimating the length of their snout. Each inch from the tip of the snout
to the eyes, equals about one foot of length. They like shallow lakes,
ponds, and rivers, and eat turtles, snakes, birds, and small mammals,
often feeding at night.
Many problems with alligators are associated with feeding alligators.
The most important rule when seeing an alligator is to LEAVE IT
ALONE. The brochure Living
with Alligators has more DO's and DON'Ts about living with alligators.
For nuisance alligator complaints, call 1-866-FWC-GATOR
More information
Alligator.net the official
site of Commission's alligator program
Living with Alligators
Wildlife Resources Handbook
life history fact sheet of crocodiles and alligators
The Alligator Hole, a private
page with lots of Alligator information
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