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So, the American Alligator Can Climb Trees ... How Terrifying
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The American alligator is the second-largest reptile in North America, falling just slightly behind its cousin, the American crocodile.
How Alligators Work
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Alligators are amazing animals that have been around for millions of years. Learn about alligators and find out what makes alligators the perfect predator.
The Biggest Alligator on Record, by Weight and Length
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If you came across an alligator in your yard (a totally plausible scenario in a place like Florida), you might think it's the biggest alligator you ever saw. But if it's not pushing 1,000 pounds and 15 feet in length, then it's likely not breaking any records.
Can You Really Escape an Alligator if You Run in a Zigzag?
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You've heard this advice a million times, and perhaps it even brings you comfort when you're in gator territory. But is it really true?
Alligator vs. Crocodile: What's the Difference?
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The difference between alligators and crocodiles stems from jaws and teeth. Learn how you can tell the difference between alligators and crocodiles.
What Do Alligators Eat? Pretty Much Anything They Want
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Alligators are some of nature’s oldest prehistoric predators. But what do alligators eat, and what is an alligator's natural prey?
Alligator Snapping Turtles Lure Prey With Wriggling Worm-like Tongue Appendage
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The prehistoric-looking alligator snapping turtle is the largest freshwater turtle in North America and has a bite that, it's said, can snap a wooden broom handle in half.
Alligators Go Back 6 Million Years Further Than Thought
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How old is the American alligator species? Learn more about a new study on the age of the alligator species in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
American Crocodile Lives up to 70 Years and Weighs 2,000 lbs
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The American crocodile is an amazing animal. Learn about the American crocodile.
Jaws and Claws: Alligators Eat Small Sharks More Often Than We Thought
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HowStuffWorks reports on a scientific team found evidence that alligators do eat small sharks.