Alligator mating season
Have you seen an alligator over the past few weeks? Mating season lasts from mid-April through May, according to the Key West Aquarium. During this time, alligators are more visible. It’s especially important to keep your distance during mating season, as the aquarium said female alligators may become “fiercely protective” of their nests and hatchlings.
When some people see an alligator, they see a stoic creature who won’t harm anyone if left unprovoked.
Others see a dangerous animal that poses a threat to children and pets and doesn’t belong in an increasingly populated area.