1. There are an estimated 1.3 million alligators in Florida!
2. Alligators have anywhere from 2,000 – 3,000 teeth. While they have a maximum of 80 teeth in their mouth at one time, they lose teeth frequently due to their diet and hunting practices. For comparison, humans only have around 52 teeth!
3. Despite their size and proclivity towards the water, alligators are actually skilled climbers. It’s common to see alligators scaling fences.
4. Baby alligators are at most risk for alligator cannibalism due to natural population control efforts but even those whole are fully grown may end up another ‘gators meal.