1. American Alligator
By Jayden

2. Physical Characteristics
The alligator can be as long as 18 feet.
The alligator can weigh lbs.
The color of the alligator is black.

3. Life span
The alligator can live up to years.

4. Eating Habits/Diet
The alligator eats fish, turtles, mammals, and birds.
This means the alligator is a carnivore.

5. Population
There are 5 million alligators in the United States and 1.25 million alligators in Florida.

6. Habitat/ Range
Alligators live in swamps and rivers.

7. Adaptations The alligator’s teeth help it eat its prey.
The alligator’s tail helps it hit prey.
The alligator’s eyes can see under water.

8. Fun Facts
The alligator was declared the official state reptile in Florida in 1987.

9. Endangered Because
The alligator is endangered because it is hunted for its hide and because of habitat loss.

10. Reference
Defenders of the Wild