Lifespan: 30-50 years
Top speed: About 35 mph on land over short distances, 20 mph in the water
Weight: The largest American alligator recorded in Florida was 1,043 lbs, most males are 500-600 lbs and females are slightly smaller
Diet: Fish, birds, turtles, snakes, and mammals
Predators: Juveniles are preyed upon by birds, snakes, otters, fish, and larger alligators
Range: South Eastern USA, from Texas to North Carolina
Conservation Status: Least concern
Fun Fact: While American alligators are apex predators, they also occasionally eat fruits such as wild grapes and elderberries.
Fun Fact: Alligators are constantly replacing their teeth, and an alligator can go through around 2,000-3,000 teeth during its lifetime.