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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.
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.
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.
Ridiculous History: Bears, Raccoons — and Alligators? — in the White House
Rebecca the Raccoon. Josiah the Badger. Many U.S. presidents have had pets, but they haven't all been cats and dogs. Learn more at HowStuffWorks Now.
Alligator Gar: 100 Million Years Old and Still Kicking
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The prehistoric looking alligator gar is sometimes referred to as a "living fossil" and, while it may look threatening, it's harmless to anything larger than itself.
9 Legends of American Folklore
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From Johnny Appleseed to Paul Bunyan, figures of American folklore continue to inspire and engage. Learn more about these legendary figures.