[barb1191]

Dog Pack Attacks Gator In Florida

At times nature can be cruel, but there is also a raw beauty, and even a certain justice manifested within that cruelty.

The alligator, one of the oldest and ultimate predators, normally considered the "apex predator", can still fall victim to implemented 'team work' strategy, made possible due to the tight knit social structure and "survival of the pack mentality" bred into the canines.

See the remarkable photograph below courtesy of Nature Magazine.

Note that the Alpha dog has a muzzle hold on the gator preventing it from breathing, while another dog has a hold on the tail to keep it from thrashing. The third dog attacks the soft underbelly of the gator.

Not for the squeamish.....
















Laughter is good for the soul.. Have a Great Day!

[Halle]

Thanks Barb,

You made me smile, what a great way to start the day!

Halle

[Barefoot]

I almost didn't click on this thread, being very squeamish about animal things. That is SO CUTE!

[Mikitv]

The way you posted your title made me curious and your description was totally believable. Very good, very cute and a very good laugh.