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Where Can I See Alligators In Tampa?

Writer Rachel Davis

Where can you see alligators in Tampa?

One of the best places to see alligators up close and personal is Pinellas County’s Sawgrass Lake Park. Visitors can see a wide variety of Florida wildlife from an elevated boardwalk and tower, while still maintaining a safe distance.

Are there alligators around Tampa?

Alligators can be found all over the Southeast, but crocodiles can only be found in Florida’s panhandle, though they have been reported as far north as the Tampa Bay area on rare occasions. That means Florida is the only place in the world where alligators and crocodiles coexist peacefully.

Are there alligators in the Hillsborough River in Tampa?

Most local lakes and swamps have gators, but there are a few places where they live year-round. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife as you paddle through Hillsborough River State Park. A few gators will be basking in the sun as you paddle by.

Are sharks in Tampa Bay?

Tampa Bay is home to a wide variety of shark species. Tenants include nurse sharks and black tips as well as hammerheads and bonnet heads. Every year, sharks come and go from Florida’s waters.

Are there alligators in Dunedin Florida?

A small town in Florida called DUNEDIN (WFLA) — As Floridians, we’re used to seeing alligators roaming the streets or relaxing in the sun, but a family in Dunedin, Florida, was surprised to find a small gator living in their swimming pool.