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- Average life span: 26-50 years
- Length: Up to 10 feet
- Weight: Up to 300 poundsNational Geographic: Alligator Gar
- Scientific name: Atractosteus spatula
- Also known as: Gator gar, fish gator, garfish
- Diet: Fish, crustaceans, small mammals and birds
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The large, torpedo-shaped alligator gar is a type of fish found in slow-moving and stagnant fresh and brackish water throughout the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. They are dull green, gray or brown in color and have a long shovel-shaped snout equipped with two rows of sharp teeth.Florida Museum of Natural History: Alligator Gar
Predator and Prey
Alligator gar feed by remaining virtually motionless for long periods of time until potential prey swim by. Although usually slow-moving, the alligator gar may use short bursts of speed to catch their prey.Animal Diversity Web: Alligator Gar Because of their large size, they have few natural predators, but may be targeted by both sport and commercial fishermen.Florida Museum of Natural History: Alligator Gar-
Alligator Gar Questions
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What does the alligator effigy mound mean? 1 AnswerI don't think it's either of those things. From my research, I found it may not even be an alligator. It may be an underwater panther which was a supernatural ... read more -
I dream about Alligators all the time. What does that mean? I know in Indian belief, that animal is communicating with you.But why so often? 1 AnswerI would suggest you take a look at the book "Animal Speak" by Ted Andrews. It's a very popular book that has been around awhile. The description is too long t... read more -
I own an old muzzle loader rifle and would like to find out what it is worth. It is manufactured by Remington 1 AnswerSounds like you need to get a gun appraised. Here are some resources for gun appraisal I found online. read more
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- National Geographic: Alligator Gar
- Animal Diversity Web: Alligator Gar
- Texas Parks and Wildlife: Alligator Gar (Atractosteus spatula)
- Wikipedia: Alligator Gar
- Florida Museum of Natural History: Alligator Gar
- Gamefish profiles: Alligator Gar
- YouTube Video: Alligator Gar (Time: 2:19)
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