Alligators and crocodiles are pre historic creatures and are still very much around. They are truly beautiful animals but they do require that people respectfully keep their distance. Those that swim with alligators do so when they are on a leash and when their mouths are securely taped closed. Keeping out of the way of their powerful tails is also very important.
One very important rule that everyone must adhere to is to never feed them. If this is done they will no longer by afraid of humans but will become much bolder and will seek them out. If one is aware that there are these creatures in rivers etc and there are other animals such as ducks, refrain from feeding them as this will encourage the alligators to associate humans with easy food. Cleaning fish or leaving bait on the ground will also invite them closer and those found feeding them will be given a fine of one hundred and fifty dollars or thirty days in jail.
A respectable distance should be about sixty feet and if they begin to hiss and also lunge towards one it is their way of saying that the distance is too close. They might seem slow but they are very powerful and can move very fast over short distances. Many people say that not running in a straight line is better, but this is not true as they run in straight lines and cannot keep up the speed for long periods of time.
These species can never be tamed even after many hours of handling them. Some of them can be more tolerant to handling then others but they are wild animals and just like large felines they live by instinct. Many people do breed them in hatcheries but they have got a world of knowledge when it comes to them and their handlers are well educated in all aspects of their own safety.
Try to avoid any areas that they inhabit or otherwise always have someone with. Keep the splashing to a minimum as they generally will come to investigate thinking there is any easy catch. They are animals and will always act on instinct and ultimately will attack.
The quickest and easiest way to distinguish between the crocodile and the alligator is the shape of their noses. The alligators will have a very distinct rounded shape very much like a shovel and the crocodiles have more of a "V" shape to them. The broader nose is specially designed for extra strength and can apply massive force. This is to enable them to snack on any hard shelled invertebrates as well as turtles.
These are less likely to spend a lot of time in water as they generally live in mostly shaded areas with fast moving water in the wild. They do not like to be in a lot of light during the day and seem to be more active at night. Ensure that their area is large so they can explore and if there is no water in the enclosure it is not a train smash.
Introducing children to them is a good thing as they will learn that respect is needed when in their habitat. Those that are allowed to attend parties are needed to be kept on a leash at all times to prevent injury. They are generally also restrained by tape in order to keep the mouths closed.
One very important rule that everyone must adhere to is to never feed them. If this is done they will no longer by afraid of humans but will become much bolder and will seek them out. If one is aware that there are these creatures in rivers etc and there are other animals such as ducks, refrain from feeding them as this will encourage the alligators to associate humans with easy food. Cleaning fish or leaving bait on the ground will also invite them closer and those found feeding them will be given a fine of one hundred and fifty dollars or thirty days in jail.
A respectable distance should be about sixty feet and if they begin to hiss and also lunge towards one it is their way of saying that the distance is too close. They might seem slow but they are very powerful and can move very fast over short distances. Many people say that not running in a straight line is better, but this is not true as they run in straight lines and cannot keep up the speed for long periods of time.
These species can never be tamed even after many hours of handling them. Some of them can be more tolerant to handling then others but they are wild animals and just like large felines they live by instinct. Many people do breed them in hatcheries but they have got a world of knowledge when it comes to them and their handlers are well educated in all aspects of their own safety.
Try to avoid any areas that they inhabit or otherwise always have someone with. Keep the splashing to a minimum as they generally will come to investigate thinking there is any easy catch. They are animals and will always act on instinct and ultimately will attack.
The quickest and easiest way to distinguish between the crocodile and the alligator is the shape of their noses. The alligators will have a very distinct rounded shape very much like a shovel and the crocodiles have more of a "V" shape to them. The broader nose is specially designed for extra strength and can apply massive force. This is to enable them to snack on any hard shelled invertebrates as well as turtles.
These are less likely to spend a lot of time in water as they generally live in mostly shaded areas with fast moving water in the wild. They do not like to be in a lot of light during the day and seem to be more active at night. Ensure that their area is large so they can explore and if there is no water in the enclosure it is not a train smash.
Introducing children to them is a good thing as they will learn that respect is needed when in their habitat. Those that are allowed to attend parties are needed to be kept on a leash at all times to prevent injury. They are generally also restrained by tape in order to keep the mouths closed.
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