The SCDNR says that a safe distance from alligators is often situational, but a good rule of thumb is to stay at least 10 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When it comes to animals, alligators are likely among the toughest in the world — and they’ve got the reputation to prove it.

South Carolina’s alligators are emerging from the holes where they’ve spent the winter. So if you’re east of Interstate 95, be aware, as there are some 100,000 alligators and South Carolina Department ...

Alligator mating season has begun throughout Florida, and some Disney resorts with robust water features are on high alert.

With winter temperatures setting in, more alligators have left local ponds and rivers and are out sunning themselves, which could increase interactions with people. Florida has about 1.3 million ...

An estimated 1.3 million alligators live throughout all 67 counties in Florida. Alligators are most commonly found in freshwater lakes and slow-moving rivers. A Southwest Florida river is among the ...

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 ...

The southern United States might not be home to king cobras, polar bears, or koalas, but it is home to the famous American alligator. Alligators are one of the most popular tourist attractions in ...

When it comes to animals, alligators are likely among the toughest in the world — and they’ve got the reputation to prove it. Tough as they are, though, the cold-blooded reptiles are not immune to ...