Reptiles, Amphibians, Invertebrates & Small Pets : American Alligator Facts

American alligators are found in the southeastern United States and have skin covered in rough, bony scales. Discover facts about American alligators with information from a published biologist in this free video on alligators and reptiles.

Expert: Dr. Alan Richmond
Bio: Dr. Alan Richmond is the lecturer and curator of biology at the University of Massachusetts. He is a well-published biologist and has a special interest in reptiles and amphibians.
Filmmaker: Demand Media

Category:

Pets & Animals

Tags:

• reptiles
• snakes
• amphibians
• reptile facts
• snake facts
• amphibian facts
• reptile care
• snake care
• amphibian care
• pet care
• invertebrates

[xPrototypes]

aww look at the vicious man eating sharp toothed huge alligator.

[mefalise]

@babytheo68 The only way you can sex an alligator is by sticking your finger into their cloaca. However, alligators do not reach sexual maturity until around 12/13 years of age, at which time they will definitely be too big to have as a pet. In any case, I do not recommend having a 'pet' alligator, both for your sake and that of the gator.

[bubufaty]

the alligator kept hissing

[Kristend1a]

Very informative video!

[SvddenDeth]

@rasistmonkey77 the alligater is smiling

[veelalynne]

@mefalise You are absolutely right. I do wish, however that it was O.K. to have a pet alligator because they are so awesome!

[babytheo68]

@ulli0402

Very funny LOL...I'm serious because I like to get another one but not the same sex

[ulli0402]

@babytheo69

Put her in the Kitchen.if she stays you will know :P