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wildlife-conservation2 years ago•3 min saved

Trappers Rescue Alligator with Missing Upper Jaw in Florida

Trappers have reportedly rescued an alligator in Sanford, Florida, that was missing half of its upper jaw. The alligator was believed to have been injured by a snare trap in a failed poaching attempt. The environmental nonprofit Bear Warriors United caught the gator and plans to take it to a care facility. They are also working to get the traps banned in Florida. Confirmation of the capture is pending from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

via WESH 2 Orlando|

#alligator #florida #rescue

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

10-foot crocodile captured from Florida homeowner's pool

A 10-foot American crocodile was found in a Florida homeowner's pool, prompting wildlife officials to dispatch trappers to relocate the animal to a safe location. Despite the slick working conditions, expert wildlife trapper Todd Hardwick was able to secure the crocodile and encourage it back into its natural habitat. Crocodiles are a threatened species in Florida and endangered everywhere else in the United States.

via WFLA|

#crocodile #endangered-species #florida

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

Florida Man Survives Alligator and Shark Attacks

Trappers captured a 10.5-foot alligator believed to have attacked a 23-year-old man near a pond behind Banditos Bar in Port Charlotte, Florida. The victim was taken to the hospital for significant injuries. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident.

via Wink News|

#alligator #attack #florida