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Old 09-20-2012, 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by CaptJohn View Post
Barefoot, this link from the Univ of Florida may answer some of your questions, like yes, they do feed at night!
WEC203/UW230: Living with Alligators: A Florida Reality
Wow....Everyone should read this link posted by CaptJohn above. Here is one of the myths debunked there, which I'd never heard before:

Myth #3: Alligators are not good climbers.

Alligators have sharp claws and powerful tails to help them push their bodies up. Young alligators are agile climbers and adults have been known to climb fences to get to water or escape captivity. Low fences, therefore, may not be sufficient protection for pets in areas where alligators are present. Fences should be more than 4.5 feet tall if you are attempting to keep alligators out of your yard.