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Alligator mississippiensis |
July: Hatching of offspring. Baby alligators start hatching, and females help them emerge from the nest.
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18 May, 2023
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21 May, 2021
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18 April, 2013
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Very dangerous. Attacks humans in water. Traditional hunting target in southern US states. Meat used in local cuisine of Louisiana and Florida.
Inhabits swamps, rivers, and lakes of southeastern US. Nocturnal, active at dusk and night. Feeds on fish, birds, and small mammals.
Boat hunting at night using spotlights Use of decoys and calls Hunting nesting and resting individuals
Hunting requires license and legal compliance. Exercise caution when approaching animals. Best seasons are late spring and summer.
Butchering is best done immediately after kill. Carefully remove skin for use. Cool meat quickly to preserve quality. Meat is edible, tail is considered a delicacy.
Fillet: Frying, grilling, braising
Back: Smoking, roasting
Belly: Braising, soup
Back: Smoking, roasting
Belly: Braising, soup
Fried Alligator Fillet (Frying)
Tender meat with a mild shrimp-like flavor
Tender meat with a mild shrimp-like flavor
1. Cut fillet into pieces.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
Grilled Alligator Back (Grilling)
Juicy meat with distinctive flavor
Juicy meat with distinctive flavor
1. Marinate meat with herbs and lemon.
2. Grill for 10-15 minutes.
3. Serve with barbecue sauce.
2. Grill for 10-15 minutes.
3. Serve with barbecue sauce.
Alligator Meat Vegetable Soup (Boiling)
Hearty broth with a spicy flavor
Hearty broth with a spicy flavor
1. Boil meat until tender.
2. Add vegetables and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.
2. Add vegetables and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.