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Alligator eating turtle in Florida Everglades, USA

"To put your child in danger like that is unbelievable" – tourists interrupt alligator's meal to snap pictures in Florida Everglades

By Cat Ellis published

One woman brought her young child for a close look at the animal, which had caught a turtle

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what to do if you see an alligator: head

What to do if you see an alligator in Florida: our safety guide

By Julia Clarke last updated

We chew over what to do if you see an alligator in Florida, so you can enjoy these remarkable reptiles without becoming their next snack

Wildlife Safety
Juvenile alligator swimming, Florida, USA

Hiker's video shows alligator noisily munching on python in Florida Everglades

By Cat Ellis published

Katina Boychew came across the two reptiles on a hike in the National Park last week

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Close-up of alligator, Florida, USA

Florida nature photographer stumbles across cannibal alligator

By Cat Ellis published

Skilled wildlife Barbara D'Angelo set out to capture a stunning sunset, but got something very different

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Paramotorist taking off at sunset

Watch paraglider rescue Florida woman stranded in alligator-infested canal

By Cat Ellis published

The accidental hero spotted someone on the roof of a car that was almost completely submerged, and dropped down to help

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Alligator in Florida Everglades

Watch hiker's close encounter with huge alligator strolling across popular trail

By Cat Ellis published

Alligators are impressive animals, but naturally wary of humans, and serious bites are rare

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