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Can alligator be tamed?

Joe Ford

Can alligator be tamed?

YOU cannot train this animal: Can a gator be trained? Yes, absolutely, but not in a home setting and not by the average individual. Even the best behaved, well-trained gator is not a pet; we can train them to be more docile and accepting of us, but they are not, and will never be, domesticated.

Is it illegal to have a baby alligator?

It’s likely not legal in your state to own one. Many states have banned ownership of exotic pets like alligators. There are only five states that allow you to own an alligator with no permits or licenses required.

How strong is a gator bite?

A 2004 study of wild and captive alligators found that large individuals bite down with 13,172 Newtons—or 2960 pounds—of force, one of the most powerful bites ever recorded for a living animal [PDF].

How much does a baby alligator cost?

Unfortunately, they can cost up to $3,000. “You still interested [in buying a baby alligator]?” Bob asked after a pause. “I might be,” I admitted. Owning an alligator sounded terrifying, but the idea of taming a monster intrigued me.

Can a gator be a pet?

Here are 10 things to know about alligators. On the chance that you’re considering a gator as a pet, don’t do it. State law prohibits individuals from owning any “dangerous animal” except for those kept at a zoo, research lab, veterinary hospital, animal refuge or federally licensed exhibit.

Do alligators like being petted?

Absolutely! Alligators love attention. They have a sensitive area towards the rear of their tongue, which is why they frequently sit in the sun with their mouths open hoping someone will scratch it.

Is alligator a dinosaur?

So, are alligators related to dinosaurs? Yes, both alligators and dinosaurs are archosaurs that have common ancestors from the mid-Triassic period, roughly 230 million years ago. They share common characteristics such as laying eggs, long hind legs, and short forelimbs and teeth that are set in sockets.

Which bird is most like dinosaur?

  • A fossil from 2 million to 5 million years ago has nearly the same structure as modern sandhill cranes.
  • With 4-inch claws and a tall casque on its head, the cassowary shares physical traits with prehistoric creatures.
  • Chickens share genetic makeup with the Tyrannosaurus rex.
  • Shoebills are known to eat baby crocodiles.

What bird is closest to at Rex?

Ostriches

What animal is closest to a velociraptor?

Ostriches Their overall size and shape are quite similar to that of a handful of dinosaur species, including the notorious velociraptor; even their talons are claw-like.