Alligators are carnivores eating a high protein, all meat diet. Their sharp teeth and strong jaws allow them to capture fish, frogs, turtles, birds and other mammals. Alligator's are nocturnal hunters, meaning they feed at night.

Pick from an alligator, jellyfish, manatee, octopus, otter, seahorse, sea turtle, coral, axolotl, and shark. Our $30 e-adoption is ideal for individuals looking to support our animals quickly! This level includes a personalized digital adoption certificate and a fact card with a photo sent via email as a special thanks from Mote.

Playful river otter, bright pink spoonbills, iconic alligators, a Florida manatee and stunning sea turtles await you in this exhibit gallery offering a slice of real Florida. Get Tickets! Adopt an animal and support their care! Buffett the manatee cruises through his habitat at Mote.

May 25, 2023 · It's alligator mating season in Florida, which means we'll be seeing more of our large reptile friends. Here are some tips on alligators and, if you'd like, where to (safely) watch them in...

Explore our wild watershed through habitats featuring energetic river otters and toothy crocodilians such as our alligator and caiman. Discover ocean-animal moms, dads and babies in our “Oh Baby!” gallery.

Meet Mote Aquarium’s resident American Alligator, in a virtual animal encounter that takes you into the heart of Florida’s wetlands. Discover the diversity of crocodilians, learn about the specialized care that keeps our reptiles thriving, and uncover the crucial role alligators play as ecosystem engineers.

Our resident American Alligator's name is Rose. Help us keep her satisfied with standard alligator meals.

Jun 6, 2019 · Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium: Home to more than just freshwater gators, they care for all kinds of marine life with many interactive exhibits. Smuggler’s Cove Adventure Golf: Play mini golf...

Sep 16, 2021 · Mote Marine Aquarium: Look eye to eye with their alligator and caimans at their The Teeth Beneath exhibit. Mote calls them “old timers” (they have been on Earth for 80 million years!) and graced them with the appropriate names of Rose, Dorothy, Sophia, and Blanche.

Alligator snapping turtle. Uniquely, alligator snapping turtles are the only species of turtle to have eyes positioned on the side of their head. This widens... See more