Florida Man Survives Alligator and Crocodile Attacks

A Central Florida fisherman was airlifted to a hospital after being attacked by a 9-foot alligator in Leesburg, sustaining injuries to his hand and wrist. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission removed the alligator involved in the incident, and people with concerns about alligators are encouraged to call the Nuisance Alligator Hotline. Wildlife experts stress safety tips for sharing space with Florida alligators, emphasizing the need for caution and a 25-foot buffer around bodies of water, especially during the active spring season.