The St. Augustine Issue
1. Alligators are large, predatory, semiaquatic archosaurian reptiles. Absolutely do not touch the alligators.
2. Pets on leash only.
3. At all times, keep a safe distance. Do not assume the animals are slow or sluggish.
Million alligators in Florida
People killed by alligators in Florida since 2000
4. Alligators are ectothermic; avoid any alligator sunning itself.
5. If you see a pile of twigs, grasses and/or soil near the side of a trail, avoid it. It could be a nest. Mother alligators can be very aggressive.
6. When an alligator stands its ground and hisses, they are issuing a warning.
7. Feeding, harassment, taunting or mockery of alligators is strictly prohibited.
Average teeth of an adult alligator
8. The alligator always has the right-of-way.
9. Do not be alarmed by cannibalism. A substantial portion of the diet of a large alligator may consist of medium and small alligators.
10. A group of alligators is called a “congregation.” If a congregation approaches you, turn around and go back the way you came.
Years an alligator can survive without a feeding
Hours an alligator can stay underwater, if necessary
Million years the Crocodylia group has existed
Year the American alligator was added to the endangered species list
Year the American alligator was removed from the endangered species list
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