Mother alligators are very protective of their nest and babies. Never feed wild alligators. It is against the law and causes the alligator to lose its natural fear of people. Instead of leaving when people approach, the alligator may come toward people and attack, expecting food. They don't make good pets.
Alligators have very small brains and act instinctively.
An alligator raised in captivity may be less afraid of people than its wild relatives, but they are never to be trusted. 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.