alligator nature

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The Relax of mugger crocodile. Huge Alligator. Royalty Free Stock Photo

An American alligator (*Alligator mississippiensis*) is partially submerged in dark water, showcasing its textured scales and powerful limbs. The image highlights the alligator's bumpy skin and distinctive ridges along its back. Its eyes and snout are prominent, demonstrating its alert posture. The reflective water adds depth to the scene, accentuating the reptile's natural environment likely in the southeastern United States.