The American alligator is native to the swamps, streams, rivers, and lakes of the southeastern United States. These ancient animals aren’t usually aggressive, but they’re powerful apex predators, and ...

ABBEVILLE, La. — Jacob Sagrera unrolls an alligator skin and lays it flat on a metal table, brushing off flecks of salt. He holds it up to the light, looking for blemishes, and gives it a score. That ...

Florida's alligators will become more active in the coming months as their mating season begins.

Here’s what you should do if there’s an alligator in your yard or pool and what to do if you have to run or swim away from ...