VIDEO: Man Jump Into The Alligator Exhibit At Busch Gardens
I absolutely love being an ambassador for Busch Gardens. They give guests amazing experiences through out the year with different events, concerts, great food, thrilling rides and of course all of the different animals. I’ve been there countless times and never seen anything like this. On Wednesday a man jumped into the alligator enclosure! He did his best Steve Irwin impression saying, “Another wild Karen, crikey” after a woman yelled it’s very dangerous.
I think you should know better, but there’s two fences with multiple signs indicating it’s a restricted area.
In a statement to FOX 13 Busch Gardens said, “We will not tolerate this blatant disregard of our safety rules and are working with law enforcement on this matter. The safety and well-being of our guests, ambassadors, and animals remains a top priority.” They also added that security and animal care teams responded immediately and no people or animals were injured during the incident. [Source: Fox 13]
These Are The Most Alligator Infested Lakes In Florida
Alligators are known for their aggressive behavior and there’s been many encounters with humans in the new recently. Gators will most likely attack when they feel threatened. If you live in the state of Florida it’s important to understand their behavior and take necessary precautions to stay safe especially in alligator infested lakes.
Alligators are more active during warmer months mostly spring through summertime and they’ll be more aggressive when are protecting their nests or area. They will take advantage and exhibit predatory behavior towards smaller animals but could go after humans when they’re not paying attention. Although, attacks on humans are relatively rare it’s still important to stay cautious when encountering an aggressive alligator.
If you want to stay safe around alligators you should always maintain a safe distance. You should always stay at least 20 to 30 feet away which will help reduce the chance antagonizing aggressive response. Do not feed alligators! When people feed alligators they can lose their natural fear of humans and become more aggressive towards them when they’re in search for food. Always be cautious near water in Florida. You don’t know what’s under that water or hiding by the side of the lake. Alligators are skilled swimmers and can quickly run, swim and bite you within seconds. Also, make sure your pet is on a leash while taking a walk. Your little pet can attract alligators and potentially become targets for an attack.
If you are attacked there is something you can do! Make sure you target sensitive areas like their eyes and nose. They will naturally release their prey and escape if they become injured. It’s important to stay informed and minimize your interaction with alligators. Scroll down and see the most alligator infested lakes in Florida.
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