A man playing golf in Naples, Florida, recently witnessed an alligator trapping a turtle in its jaws on the 14th hole of the course. Casey Yarbrough heard a loud sound, which turned out to be the alligator cracking the turtle’s shell. Yarbrough, who has been playing golf for almost 50 years, was shocked by the incident. Alligators are known to be opportunistic feeders and commonly prey on turtles, snakes, small mammals, birds, fish, and even smaller alligators, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
The FWC advises against handling alligators, as their bites can cause serious infections and it is also illegal. They recommend calling the Nuisance Alligator Hotline if there is an alligator under 4 feet in length in a dangerous location. Recently, a Florida woman captured images of a large alligator eating a smaller one, which left her feeling creeped out. These occurrences highlight the importance of being cautious around alligators in Florida, as they are common in many waterways and golf courses in the state. For more information on lifestyle and wildlife news, visit www.foxnews.com.
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