Discusses the plight of American alligators and why they are near extinction, as well as some of the ways humans can help.
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Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Contents
The American alligator -- Alligator country -- American alligator population -- The body of an alligator -- Keeping the right temperature -- A Supreme hunter -- Gator holes -- Territory and breeding -- Young alligators -- Conflict between alligators and people -- Hunting -- Dealing with hunting -- Wild harvesting -- Alligator farms and ranches -- Destroying American alligator habitat -- Saving American alligator habitat -- Nuisance alligators -- Conservation efforts -- The future for American alligators -- How can you help?
