Yes, alligators have extremely strong tails that help them swim. The tail acts as a propeller on the alligator and enables the magnificent animal to reach heights equal to its body length out of the water.

No. Village Creek has a steady current and does not invite Alligators or Mosquitoes. While Alligators do exist in the Big Thicket, they are rarely ever seen on any of our canoe trails. Other wildlife is abundant and what you are most likely to see are Turtles, Birds and Butterflies. See similar questions...

Sudden immersion in ice cold water can result in an involuntary gasp followed by 1 - 3 minutes of involuntary hyperventilation. Specific data are: 2.0 liter gasp in 82o water and 3.0 liter gasp in 50o water (i.e. nearly your entire lung volume), and in 50o water a 600 - 1,000 percent increase in ventilation (air in and out) in the first minute. This hyperventilation results in a profound lowering of blood carbon dioxide levels and a raising of blood pH levels. See similar questions...

There are alligators on the island, and they can be dangerous. However, they prefer to stay in the water - sidewalks or bike paths are a very unnatural location for them. If you do happen to see an alligator, stay away from it. And don't feed an alligator - feeding them makes them more dangerous to humans, not to mention that it's illegal. See similar questions...

This is a frequently asked question. We check all the time for alligators, there are no alligators in our lake, we make sure they are not in our waters, we check at night with a spotlight. No one wants to ski with alligators. See similar questions...

No. People often think that because a tick often attaches in the head, that the tick has jumped out of the trees. As ticks are susceptible to desiccation, they tend not to climb very high in the vegetation. Once on a host, the tick may take several hours before finding a site to attach to, which is often on the head. Ticks do not have legs that are adapted for jumping. (BACK) See similar questions...

ANSWER: The American alligator is indigenous to South Carolina, and there is always a chance of encountering one near any body of water. Generally alligators are shy creatures and prefer to retreat or hide rather than come in contact with humans. If you happen to come across an alligator, leave it alone and slowly move away. Do not attempt to interact with the reptile or harrass it in anyway. South Carolina laws strictly prohibit the harrassmant/feeding of these creatures. See similar questions...

Yes. They can run as fast as a horse and they have lots of big teeth. We have struck a deal with our alligators, though: if we leave them alone, they will leave us alone. It is against the law to feed alligators - we are better off if they are afraid of us than if they think of us as a source of food. Females protecting a nest are extremely dangerous if approached. Alligators live in the lagoons so you must never swim in a lagoon or let children (even supervised) play on the banks of a lagoon. See similar questions...

Your voucher is valid for a year so your instructor/pilot/staff member will offer you to rebook you with a different day of your choice. Suggestion : Call your contact on the premises early on the day of your jump for an accurate weather check! See similar questions...

While most alligators, caimans, gavials and crocodiles look similar to the casual observer, there are very distinct differences in both appearance and temperament among these reptiles. Crocodiles are not too difficult to distinguish. A crocodile can be differentiated from an alligator or caiman by its prominently protruding fourth tooth on the lower jaw. With alligators and caimans this tooth is hidden inside a socket on the upper jaw. See similar questions...

Alligators in the wild typically live 50-60 years, however, alligators in captivity can live as long as 80 years. See similar questions...

of all alligator attacks are provoked. By feeding an alligator in the wild you are actually provoking an attack. Alligators can associate humans with food and people may be attacked because someone else has fed the alligator. See similar questions...

Alligators are an opportunistic feeder which means they will eat anything that crosses their path if they are hungry. The usual wild alligator diet consists of apple snails, crawfish, snakes, fish, small mammals, and even the occasional bird. See similar questions...

Alligators and Crocodiles are different in many ways. Physically the crocodile is typically larger in size. Crocs have a V shaped snout compared to an alligator having a U shaped snout. Alligators have the top row of teeth showing when the mouth is closed but the crocodile adorns a feisty grin with both the top and bottom teeth showing. Crocodiles have a gland that enables them to drink salt or fresh water. See similar questions...

This is much more probable today than it was a few decades ago. Alligators have made an amazing recovery and can now be found in every part of Florida, including many suburban lakes and ponds! See similar questions...

NO to alligators. Yes to snakes. Where can you live on the water and not have snakes? In my 4 years of living on Lake Murray, I've only seen two snakes. Don't worry, enjoy the lake. The lake is popular and safe for swimming and water-skiing and all other water activities. See similar questions...