According to the National Park Service if you are being chased by an alligator run in a zigzag pattern. This will make it more difficult for the alligator to chase you. You should also try to run away from the alligator on land if you can. If you are in the water swim away from the alligator as fast as you can.
How long can an alligator run on land?
Alligators can only run for a short distance on land before they need to stop and rest.
How fast can an alligator run on land?
Alligators can run up to about 11 miles per hour on land.
How long can an alligator stay underwater?
Alligators can stay underwater for up to 30 minutes.
How fast can an alligator swim?
Alligators can swim up to 20 miles per hour.
What is an alligator’s favorite food?
Alligators eat a variety of things but their favorite food is probably fish.
Where do alligators live?
Alligators live in swamps marshes and bayous in the southeastern United States.
How long do alligators live?
Alligators can live for up to 50 years in the wild.
How many teeth does an alligator have?
An alligator has about 80 teeth.
How big do alligators get?
Alligators can get up to about 20 feet long.
What is an alligator’s skin made out of?
Alligators have tough scaly skin.
How does an alligator keep its skin from drying out?
Alligators secrete a oily substance that keeps their skin from drying out.
How does an alligator sweat?
Alligators don’t sweat like humans do.
They release excess heat by panting and by basking in the sun.
What is an alligator’s mating call?
Male alligators make a loud bellowing noise during mating season.
How many eggs does an alligator lay?
Female alligators can lay up to 50 eggs at a time.
How long does it take for an alligator egg to hatch?
Alligator eggs take about 60 days to hatch.
