Do Alligators Shrink on Cold Days?

On a cold day, you don't really expect to see alligators.  But, we saw this little gator near Orton Plantation in North Carolina on the day after Thanksgiving.  It was a fairly cool day, but he seemed to enjoy the sun.

Alligators Near North Carolina's Orton Plantation

You don't have to visit Florida to see alligators.  You can find plenty of alligators in North Carolina.  Here is a video that I took near Orton Plantation, a historic site just outside of Wilmington, North Carolina.

Alligators Near Wilmington, North Carolina

Since these alligators may be fed by locals, you are well advised to keep a safe distance from them. But, they are cool to see!