The incubation period of alligator eggs is approximately 65 days. During this time the female alligator stays on the alert to guard her nest against intruders.
Raccoons are notorious nest raiders, and have been known to completely destroy a nest.
Alligator eggs begin to hatch in August through September, during which time the baby alligators make-high pitched grunting noises to alert the mother gator. The female alligator will then uncover the nest to release the babies. Some females have even been known to carry their young to the water in their jaws, and are likely to remain with their brood for many months. 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.