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Gator Safety
Savannah Boan
Since 1949 Gatorland Orlando has
been educating the Central Florida
area on alligator safety, and with
alligator season well underway I
wanted to find out more about
some important tips from
Savannah Boan, Gatorland’s
Crocodilian Enrichment Coordinator
and International Ambassador for
Conservation.
She is dedicated to teaching people
about the incredible behavior, anatomy,
and ecology of some of the
world’s most feared creatures
through groundbreaking content.
Her goal is to change the villainous
perception of alligators and crocodiles
to create respect for the animals
and the world in which they live.
“Although I have loved alligators, crocodiles, and other reptiles my
entire life, it was a dream come true to work at Gatorland,” says
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Savannah. “Gatorland is the world’s leader in alligator safety and
education, and with all the incredible animals that I get to interact
with daily, it is truly a magical place.”
Here are some important
things to keep in
mind from Florida’s
Most Trusted Authority
on Alligator Safety and
Education:
• Any body of water in
the state of Florida can
be home to alligators
and that the animals
are now on the move,
looking for mates and
nesting sites.
• Alligators can be very territorial and many are on the move looking
for mates, so if you see an alligator do not approach it.
• When there is a drought and water levels are low, this also puts
alligators on the move.
• Dogs and cats are similar to an alligator’s natural prey so do not
let them exercise, swim, or drink in large bodies of water that may
be home to alligators.
• Use extra caution in the morning or evening hours in shallow
water, as alligators may think the splashing is an animal at the
waters’ edge or is in distress.
• Never swim outside of posted area or in large bodies of water that
may be home to alligators.
• Always supervise your children when they play in or around
water.
• Stay away from alligators you see in the wild and do not feed
them.
• Remember, it is against the law in the State of Florida to feed or
harass an alligator in the wild.
• Report any alligator concerns
by contacting the
Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission
through http://myfwc.com/.
You can also learn more
about alligators and the other
animals that call Gatorland
home with Savannah during
Gatorland’s School of Croc
Program that airs Saturdays
on Gatorland's YouTube
Channel at 10 a.m.
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Combining Old Florida charm with exciting experiences, exhibits,
and entertainment, the park provides affordably-priced family
fun featuring thousands of alligators and crocodiles, a breeding
marsh with observation tower, a free-flight aviary, nature walk,
petting zoo, educational wildlife programs, and one-of-a-kind
shows, including Gator Jumparoo, Alligators-Legends of the
Swamp, and Up-close Encounters.
During your visit keep an eye out for Gatorland’s newest team
member, the Social Distancing Skunk Ape, who makes social
distancing fun reminding guests to keep 6 feet apart and wash
their hands frequently.
For more Gatorland information, visit us online at
www.gatorland.com, or call 800-393-JAWS.
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