Clearly, even barriers such as pool screens are not foolproof against a large, determined animal.

Alligators and crocodiles are often confused due to their similar appearance, but they are distinct species with unique ...

Alligators are everywhere in Florida, which may be why people end up taking chances that could get them hurt or even killed.

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Summer is an active season for alligators. Adults spend this time feeding and basking in the sun. Juveniles are often seen ...

Rumors have long swirled that Fort Worth's alligators are escaped pets dumped into local waterways.  But researchers have ...

Multiple people have been attacked by alligators across central Florida in the last week, with the most recent attack killing a 31-year-old woman.

Alligators are ectothermic, meaning they rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature. When temperatures drop below 70 degrees, alligators stop feeding and become dormant in a ...

Flooding caused by Typhoon Maysak damaged animal farms in China's Guangxi region, releasing hundreds of snakes and several alligators into residential areas as rescue operations continue.

Every alligator nest in Oklahoma found by researchers failed to produce hatchlings in 2024 due to predators and weather.

Here's what to know about swimming in Florida's lakes and some safety tips for sharing the water with some of the state's ...