The American Alligator The American Alligator is still living since the prehistoric time of the dinosaurs. Living in the wild this alligator is an endangered species. It has a wide range of food that it likes to eat. In addition has a unique way of controlling its blood temperature. The American Alligator mates when it comes out of hibernation and lays its eggs soon there after. It is an endangered species because of the human …showed first 75 words of 640 total…

…showed last 75 words of 640 total…appears black when wet and dark gray when it's dry and basking in the sun. Juvenile alligators are generally black with yellowish or cream cross bands. On an alligator the 4th tooth fits into a pit in the upper jaw.         I had a fun time researching the American Alligator. It is an amazing animal due to its interesting background and the way it lives everyday life. It is an innocent animal unless teased or threatened.