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American Alligator
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Length Up to 18 feet; females are smaller.
Weight 450-600 lbs; females are smaller.
Lifespan 35-50 years in the wild; 60-80 years in captivity.
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Endangered Species Act:
Threatened
CITES:
Appendix II
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