Lake Kissimmee is home to many different
species of reptiles. Of these the most famous is the Florida
Alligator but there are other species including turtles and
snakes. Here is some information on some of the reptiles you
will see while enjoying an exciting airboat tour with us.
Weight:
800 lbs
(360 kg)
Protection
Status:
Protected
The
American Alligator is believed to be the last living
dinosaur. The alligator is the star of the swamps and lakes
in Florida and have made a remarkable recovery from almost
being wiped out during over hunting in the 70's. While on
airboat tours with us, you will see many alligators in their
natural habitat.
Weight:
2 to 4
pounds
Protection
Status:
No Concerns
The
Moccasin is a venomous snake, a species of pit viper, found
in the eastern United States and all over Florida. Adults
are large and capable of delivering a painful and
potentially fatal bite. This is the world's only
semi-aquatic viper, usually found in or near water,
particularly in slow-moving and shallow lakes and streams.
The Moccasin is a strong swimmer and will even enter the
sea, successfully colonizing islands off both the Atlantic
and Gulf coasts. The common names for the species include
variants on water moccasin, swamp moccasin or black
moccasin; viper, cottonmouth. Many of the common names refer
to the threat display, where this species will often stand
its ground and gape at an intruder, exposing the white
lining of its mouth
