please somebody tell me where i can purchase a real life baby aligator with out all the bidding.?

Question

i want to just send a money order and either pick it up if it is in the range or get it deliverd for an obviouse fee.

Answer 1

First check and see if possesion of a baby alligator is legal where you live. Then read this "care sheet"

http://crocodilian.com/crocfaq/

Be sure to notice passages such as

2.2.2 How fast do crocodilians grow?

Compared with many other animals, crocodilians grow rapidly. Many species increase in length at least 20 to 30 times from hatchlings, and increase in weight by at least 1,000 times within 10 to 20 years. However, growth rate varies significantly between species, and also between individuals of each species. Key factors including temperature, frequency of feeding, quality of food and even social factors can result in major differences in growth rates and hence maximum size. Poor growth rates can often indicate problems with husbandry, but it is not so simple. Even a group of individuals kept in identical conditions will exhibit a certain degree of variation.

Despite this variation, all crocodilians show a fairly typical growth pattern: initial growth rates are rapid, often for several years, but slowly begin to decline as the animal matures. It takes many years for growth to cease entirely and many larger crocodilians appear to grow continuously over their lives, albeit very slowly in later life.

Larger species such as American alligators or saltwater crocodiles can initially grow at least a foot a year, and a few individuals can achieve sizes of nearly 4 feet after only 12 months.

3.1.1 Do caimans, alligators and crocodiles make good pets?

In a word, no.

Be quite clear - crocodilians are definitely not suitable for beginners, and they are not recommended even for intermediate-level hobbyists. If you have never owned a reptile before, then take this valuable piece of advice: do not consider purchasing a crocodilian, and instead look at species like skinks, geckos, agamids or small non-venomous snakes. This is not being patronising, because there are far easier and less expensive ways of learning to keep reptiles in captivity. Crocodilians should only be considered by very experienced individuals who have the resources to look after large, demanding reptiles that are difficult to house, difficult to handle, and increasingly expensive to keep.

Small juvenile crocodilians are deceptive - they seem easy enough to handle, and persuasive dealer talk can easily convince people to part with their cash. But do not be fooled. As they grow larger, crocodilians rapidly become stronger and more boisterous. After only a year, many people can no longer handle their animals and it is very common to see 1 to 2 year old animals being given away or illegally released into the wild. Larger crocodilians are, without a doubt, extremely dangerous animals. They are usually hostile, and most people underestimate just how fast and strong they can be - I've seen a 6 foot crocodile throw three adult men off its back. Crocodilians require skill and experience to handle, and larger animals often require a team of people to deal with safely. Failure to account for this means you risk coming away with very serious injuries. Even a small caiman can put you into hospital and scar you for life.


3.4 Is it possible to tame a caiman or other crocodilian?

In theory yes, it is possible to tame a crocodilian. However, it is exceedingly difficult, and most animals will only become moderately calm at best. Many people have tried to tame their animal, with limited success. The only crocodilians that I've seen which would be described as "tame" had been handled every single day of their lives for extended periods of time. Even then, the animal is still capable of inflicting a serious bite, and the feeding reflex of a crocodile can be very difficult to inhibit. Individual temperament varies a lot between animals, and some are certainly calmer than others. Some species also tend to be more docile than others, but all are capable of giving you a nasty bite when they're in no mood to be approached. Never buy any crocodilian on the pretence that you will be able to tame it - disappointment will probably be the most likely outcome, with only bite scars to remind you of your attempts.

The Number One Rule when dealing with any crocodilian is to never drop your guard and completely trust the animal. Always be aware of what it is capable of, and respect both its bite and its speed.



And to answer your question

http://www.gherp.com/gherp/pages/turtlestock.htm
http://markmlucas.com/Crocodilians.htm

Answer 2

I can't believe there are still people stupid enough to want to keep wild, exotic, and extremely dangerous animals as pets. And what happens when the baby isn't a baby anymore and you can't handle it? Unless you've got a swamp or bayou in your backyard and you live miles from other people, an alligator as a pet is a terribly irresponsible idea.

Pets are not intended to be thrown away or left to fend for themselves once they grow up, which is exactly what happens to exotics. It's disgusting. And if you do find a way to get a "real life baby aligator", I hope it tears your arm off.

Answer 3

why are looking for a mutalated hand 1 2 - 3 ft alligator can ruin you whole world buy a land alligator like a monitor now those are kool plus they dont roll and take your fingers they just shread it lol i think you have to have a permit to have an alligator any way there are serious fines with alligators

Answer 4

why do you want a alligator. unless you are a trained professional at handeling alligators i would not recommend getting one. you would have to have a lot of room for it, the proper habitat, lots of money, know of a vet that specilizes in alligators, and lots more, they are a huge responsibility and are not legal to have as pets in most places.

Answer 5

You know I don't know but what I can tell you is...good luck with that!! make sure you have mature older peeps in da house or ur puttin a lot of danger into peoples' lives!!! Some suggestions.......good luck with that again toodles

Answer 6

dont get one they are cute at first then they grow into a giant carnivore that could eat you hummmmmm maybe that would be cool to watch please take video of all your activity with the gator so the rest of us can watch you become dinner yum yum

Answer 7

Depending on where you live you can order one through me, there not really all that expensive, but you must check your local laws to make sure that it is legal where you live, i live in Texas where you can have dang near every type of animal on gods green earth!

Answer 8

I don't think you know what your grtting yourself into, but if you really want one, try reptilecity.com or kingsnake.com. or reptileauctions.com

Answer 9

Please read this. You need to.