Least Concern
American Alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
A large freshwater crocodilian found in wetlands of the southeastern United States.
Category
Reptile
Habitat
Swamp
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
35–50 years in the wild; up to 70 years in captivity
Size
Length 2.6–4.6 m; weight 90–450 kg depending on sex and age
Scientific Name
Alligator mississippiensis
About American Alligator
A large freshwater crocodilian found in wetlands of the southeastern United States.
It belongs to the Reptile group and is commonly associated with swamp habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of 35–50 years in the wild; up to 70 years in captivity, a size of Length 2.6–4.6 m; weight 90–450 kg depending on sex and age, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Alligators create wetland holes that help other animals during dry periods.
Where American Alligator Lives
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Florida Everglades, USA
, United States
Louisiana, USA
, United States