American Alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
The American alligator is a large crocodilian reptile native to the southeastern United States. An ancient predator, alligators play a critical role in their wetland ecosystems.
- Mass (typical / record)
- 150 kg
- Top speed
- 32 km/h
- Body length
- 3.2 m
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitats
- freshwater, swamp, marsh
IUCN: LC (Least Concern)
A conservation success story, recovered from near-extinction in the 1960s to thriving populations today. Iconic symbol of Florida and Louisiana's bayou culture.