This animal was trapped in the early 1900's in the State of Louisiana. Most wild alligators do not get above 13 feet in length, and may weigh 600 pounds or more. Crocodiles and alligators open their jaws differently. The jaws of the crocodile are hinged to open the top jaw, while alligators open their bottom. Both animals hinge their jaws on the bottom, the top jaw is simply an extension of the skull.
Alligators are immune to the bite of venomous snakes.
However, they do have extremely tough skin, and an armored back protected by bony plates called scutes. It is possible that this protection may prevent a snake's fangs from penetrating the skin . Only the tail of the alligator is edible. Although the tail of the alligator is considered the prime cut, all the meat of the alligator is edible. Quick Links Home Page Park Info Buy Tickets Events Calendar Education Virtual Tour Virtual Zoo Contact Us Gift Shop Group Sales Gator Fun Gator Boards Gator Cam Guestbook Media Room Employment Cool Links Enter your E-mail address to receive updates.