This is the time of year Florida's alligators get active

The onset of warm weather is when Florida's alligators start getting active, and the state is reminding Floridians and visitors to be cautious when having fun in and around water.

Florida is home to the American alligator, which is found in all 67 Florida counties, and the American crocodile, which is found in Southeast and Southwest Florida.

Both species have shared Florida’s waters with people for centuries.

The FWC recommends keeping pets away from the water during this time of year. 

There is a list of precautionary measures people can take to reduce potential conflicts with alligators and crocodiles, and they are available in the "Living with Alligators" brochure which can be found on-line at MyFWC.com/Alligator.

If you have concerns with an alligator that poses a threat to you, your pets or property, call the FWC's Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR.

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