That's Close Enough, Pal
Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) on the edge of a hiking trail at Brazos Bend State Park.
When they open their mouths like this, it's usually for thermal regulation. This one was quite calm in spite of a number of hikers who were passing by.
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That's Close Enough, Pal
Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) on the edge of a hiking trail at Brazos Bend State Park.
When they open their mouths like this, it's usually for thermal regulation. This one was quite calm in spite of a number of hikers who were passing by.
496
views
9
faves
1
comment
Uploaded on October 4, 2020
Taken on October 2, 2020