Only in these 2 places Alligators are endemic!

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National Alligator Day is observed on May 29 to raise awareness about their importance in the ecosystem.

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Alligators have been on Earth for over 35 million years.

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Alligators are endemic to the United States and China.

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Most alligators thrive in Florida’s swamplands and North Carolina’s wetlands.

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Alligators can also be found along the Gulf coast.

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American alligators live in streams, swamps, and rivers, and can also be found in ponds.

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Chinese alligators primarily inhabit the lower Yangtze River basin.

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The United States has millions of alligators, with the largest populations in Louisiana and Florida.

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Chinese alligators are endangered, with only around 150 left in the wild.

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