The 49cm female slithered out of its shell and into the history books as one of a few known leucistic alligators, Gatorland Orlando said. Of the seven remaining alligators from the nest, three are at Gatorland, Mr McHugh said. Leucistic alligators are the rarest genetic variation in the American alligator. Park visitors will be able to see the leucistic alligator and her brother early next year. “For now, however, we continue to keep them safe where we can closely monitor their health and growth,” Mr McHugh said.

Source: The Times December 09, 2023 02:51 UTC