American Alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
- Not Evaluated
- Data Deficient
- Least Concern
- Near Threatened
- Vulnerable
- Endangered
- Critically Endangered
- Extinct in the Wild
- Extinct
Originating from Southern areas of North America, the American Alligator can grow up to an impressive 4.6 m and live well into their 50’s. Renowned for their ‘death roll’, an alligator will carry their prey in their mouths and break into smaller pieces to make for an easier kill.
Native Range → |
South east United States |
Natural Habitat → |
Freshwater areas |
Diet → |
Carnivorous: fish, turtles, snakes, mammals and birds |
Life Expectancy → |
In the wild: 35-50 years. In a zoo: 70+ years |
Breeding → |
Up to 88 eggs. Around 65 days incubation |
Group Name → |
A congregation |
Active Hours → |
During the night |
Threats → |
Loss of habitat, Hunting |
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