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American Alligator

Alligator mississippiensis

Description:

In the water, alligators swim like fish; moving their pelvic regions and tails from side to side. Alligators have broad snouts. When the jaws are closed, the edge of the upper jaws covers the lower teeth which fit into depressions in the upper jaw.

Habitat:

Lake Martin Bird Sanctuary is located in southwest Louisiana near Breaux Bridge.

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gatorfellows
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gatorfellows

Louisiana, USA

Spotted on Apr 21, 2013
Submitted on Apr 30, 2013

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