What to do when you encounter an alligator
Floridians are very familiar with alligators. The reptiles are in every county in the state and can be found in most freshwater lakes, rivers, or canals. However, it is rare that a gator will attack a human. Still, if you ever come in close proximity to one, a Gatorland expert offers tips on how to avoid them.
Floridians are very familiar with alligators. The reptiles are in every county in the state and can be found in most freshwater lakes, rivers, or canals. However, it is rare that a gator will attack a human. Still, if you ever come in close proximity to one, a Gatorland expert offers tips on how to avoid them.
Crocodile sighting spooks neighbors
After a crocodile was spotted sunbathing in a Central Florida neighborhood, residents are concerned about more sightings. Some even say the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission isn't taking their concerns seriously when it comes to wildlife in their neighborhood.
After a crocodile was spotted sunbathing in a Central Florida neighborhood, residents are concerned about more sightings. Some even say the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission isn't taking their concerns seriously when it comes to wildlife in their neighborhood.
Daughter of woman found in alligator’s jaws wants mother remembered for her heart: ‘This is all a nightmare'
A makeshift memorial and flowers lay at the spot where a nearly 14-foot alligator was found with human remains in its mouth. Now, the victim’s daughter is honoring her mother by acknowledging her past and touting her selflessness.
A makeshift memorial and flowers lay at the spot where a nearly 14-foot alligator was found with human remains in its mouth. Now, the victim’s daughter is honoring her mother by acknowledging her past and touting her selflessness.
13-foot alligator killed after human remains pulled out of waterway in Florida: Authorities
A death investigation is underway after an incident involving a 13-foot alligator near 134th Avenue North and 121st Street in Pinellas County, authorities said.
A death investigation is underway after an incident involving a 13-foot alligator near 134th Avenue North and 121st Street in Pinellas County, authorities said.
Woman 'borrowed' alligator for birthday pics
A woman allegedly "borrowed" an alligator from her previous job for a birthday photoshoot and kept it inside a hotel bathtub, according the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
A woman allegedly "borrowed" an alligator from her previous job for a birthday photoshoot and kept it inside a hotel bathtub, according the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Woman steals gator from her job
A Florida woman was arrested for stealing an alligator from her job because she wanted to take pictures with it for her birthday
A Florida woman was arrested for stealing an alligator from her job because she wanted to take pictures with it for her birthday
Wildest Florida animal videos of the month: Stranded shark pulled back into the ocean • Bear breaks into home
Check out the wildest animal videos out of Florida captured over the last month.
Check out the wildest animal videos out of Florida captured over the last month.
Alligator missing half its jaw 'not out of the woods yet' after vet exam, Gatorland says
The alligator that's been making headlines for the past few weeks because of its missing upper jaw now has a new home at Gatorland. She's “not out of the woods yet,” though, according to the wildlife preserve.
The alligator that's been making headlines for the past few weeks because of its missing upper jaw now has a new home at Gatorland. She's “not out of the woods yet,” though, according to the wildlife preserve.
Alligator missing half its jaw finds new home at Gatorland
After weeks of searching, an alligator missing the top half of its jaw has been trapped and rescued.
After weeks of searching, an alligator missing the top half of its jaw has been trapped and rescued.
Alligator with half its mouth missing captured over 2 weeks later
The alligator that made headlines last week for being spotted with half its mouth missing has been captured, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission confirmed to FOX 35 News.
The alligator that made headlines last week for being spotted with half its mouth missing has been captured, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission confirmed to FOX 35 News.
Alligator with missing top snout captured
The alligator that made headlines last week for being spotted with half its mouth missing has been captured, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission confirmed to FOX 35 News.
The alligator that made headlines last week for being spotted with half its mouth missing has been captured, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission confirmed to FOX 35 News.
Massive alligator swims towards children swimming in Houston area lake
Some scary moments for those swimming at Raven Lake in Huntsville State Park
Some scary moments for those swimming at Raven Lake in Huntsville State Park
Crocodile born without eyes proves 'he's gonna do just fine' at Florida wildlife sanctuary: 'So far, so good'
A crocodile without eyes is now being cared for at a South Florida wildlife sanctuary.
A crocodile without eyes is now being cared for at a South Florida wildlife sanctuary.
Baby crocodile born without eyes swims around
Vision, an American crocodile hatchling at the Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary, doesn't have eyes, but continues to be "snappy" about his food, which is a good thing! (Video: Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary)
Vision, an American crocodile hatchling at the Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary, doesn't have eyes, but continues to be "snappy" about his food, which is a good thing! (Video: Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary)
Baby crocodile born without eyes
An American crocodile hatchling is being cared for at Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary. The croc, named Vision, was born on May 10. (Video: Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary)
An American crocodile hatchling is being cared for at Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary. The croc, named Vision, was born on May 10. (Video: Everglades Outpost Wildlife Sanctuary)
Mysterious half-mouthed alligator eludes capture in Sanford park: 'I felt terrible for him'
As of Wednesday afternoon, the snout-less gator hasn't been captured yet.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the snout-less gator hasn't been captured yet.
'Epic battle': Hunter captures 920-pound gator
Hunter Kevin Brotz with Get Bit Outdoors shares how he led a hunt to reel in a 920-pound alligator in Orlando, Florida.
Hunter Kevin Brotz with Get Bit Outdoors shares how he led a hunt to reel in a 920-pound alligator in Orlando, Florida.
Orange County man catches second-heaviest gator on Florida record
An Orange County man is celebrating a historic catch: the second-heaviest gator on record. The 13-foot, 3 ¼ inch behemoth weighed n at 920 pounds.
An Orange County man is celebrating a historic catch: the second-heaviest gator on record. The 13-foot, 3 ¼ inch behemoth weighed n at 920 pounds.
13-foot alligator caught in Orlando
A Florida man is celebrating an historic catch: the second-heaviest alligator on record. A 13 foot, 3 ? inch behemoth weighed in at 920 pounds. Kevin Brotz led the hunt. He says reeling the gator in was scary.
A Florida man is celebrating an historic catch: the second-heaviest alligator on record. A 13 foot, 3 ? inch behemoth weighed in at 920 pounds. Kevin Brotz led the hunt. He says reeling the gator in was scary.
Sandhill cranes helping alligator cross road
A video posted to social media appears to show two Sandhill cranes helping a young alligator cross a Florida road. Shannon Duke, who took a video of the incredible sighting, said it happened in Pine Island in Hernando County earlier this month.
A video posted to social media appears to show two Sandhill cranes helping a young alligator cross a Florida road. Shannon Duke, who took a video of the incredible sighting, said it happened in Pine Island in Hernando County earlier this month.