American Alligators: Armored Roaring Reptiles

American Alligators guide through lakes, rivers, and swamps in the southeastern United States. These thick-skinned animals roar to communicate with other alligators. They hunt by waiting for animals to come near and then lunging with their powerful jaws. The American alligator is a type of reptile. All reptiles have backbones and dry, scaly skin. They are cold-blooded and depend on the temperature of their environment to warm or cool their bodies. But reptiles have many differences too. Find out what else an American alligator has in common with a frilled lizard. Learn what sets an American alligator apart from an eastern coral snake. Check out the comparison charts and use your compare-and-contrast skills to explore reptile traits!