April/May alligator danger for Florida kayakers
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Be aware April and May are Alligator mating season in Florida. Although alligators are naturally afraid of humans, contact with humans and their hormonal changes during mating can make them territorial and aggressive. Avoid narrow inlets, backwoods streams, and tall grassy islands or side patches of reeds in lakes. These are where nests may be. I received a loud growl one day when. I ventured too close. I will never make that mistake again. Be safe and enjoy Spring paddling.