I live in Florida, on a small lake interconnected with several small ponds and golf courses by underground pipes and/or bridges. We are near a large county park, so alligators migrate into our area frequently. This lovely guy sits on the bank across from my lanai to sun himself. I estimate his length at nine feet.
You can't blame these creatures for moving around in what was once their own territory.However, it can be unnerving to see this guy swimming around when you are out washing windows.
Normally, 'gators don't act aggressive toward adults. However, they are dumb creatures and are always looking for a good meal. I f your arm or leg is hanging in the water, all he sees is lunch.Children and pets are frequent targets of alligator and I keep my doors tightly closed and locked when the grandchildren visit.
I have asked that he be removed. I am told that there is no provision for removing and relocating alligators. They are NOT on the endangered list and the parks department doesn't have a budget or the manpower for removing them. When one is considered threatening, he can be captured but ti is his death sentence. A trapper is brought in who captures him and then
kills him to sell his meat, skin , and skull.
I was told by local authorities that they are considered harmless (yeah , right!) if they are under ten feet and run when they see you coming.
So, I guess we are stuck with Albert until he goes looking for a mate, and , hopefully moves along to a more primitive location.
(this post is a repeat of one I inadvertently deleted last week! photo by Evvy Peck
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