The information in this article was adapted from a Beaufort Gazette article, “It’s that time of years gain—alligators on the prowl” by Katherine Kokal at The Island Packet & Beaufort Gazette. The original article was published March 09, 2021. We want to thank Katherine Kokal for allowing us to include the information into the Trawler. -- Fripp Island Wildlife Management Planning Taskforce
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Alligators on the Prowl “Spring is mating season for the American Alligator, which means you’re more likely to see males moving among lagoons to meet their mates between late March and early June. ALLIGATOR SAFETY Here are some tips for alligator mating season: • Scan the edges of lagoons for gator activity: Steer clear, no matter the size of the alligator. • Never, ever feed an alligator: Alligators are more likely to approach people if they’ve been fed before, according to SCDNR.
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• Remember that while alligators are mostly freshwater animals, they can survive in salt or brackish water for several hours or even days,
