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∙ 11y agoAlligators have see-through eye lids, so this eye-lid is water proof as well.
alligators can see under water because they have two layers of skinn on there eyes
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∙ 15y agothey pain there eyes so they wont get water on there eyes
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∙ 15y agothey have another layer of translucent eyelids which act as goggles.
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∙ 15y agoThey have special eye lids that let's them see underwater
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∙ 14y agoAlligators have a special eyelid that is a bit transparent, which allows them to see underwater
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Do alligators have a den?
Alligators usually have an under water place to lay up, or a hole under a river bank.
Do aligators have gills?
No, when alligators go under water, they are holding their breath.
Can alligators live in saltwater?
Like Crocodiles, Alligators have salt glands. However, unlike crocodiles, these are not active, and so the alligator can perhaps only stay in salt water for a few hours at the MOST. Crocodiles are more adapted to life in the ocean than alligators, because their salt glands work :)
Why do people think alligators are creepy you mean they are living creatures like us?
Because,alligators can give a very stinging painful bit and roll you under water then eat you!
Can alligators climb trees?
Yes they can. But alligators spend more time in water.
How are these alligator's eyes adapted for seeing in water?
Alligators have a special eyelid that is a bit transparent, which allows them to see underwater
How are American alligator's eyes adapted for seeing in water?
Alligators have a special eyelid that is a bit transparent, which allows them to see underwater
How are these alligators eyes adapted in water?
simple they have this extra covering which folds back as soon as they come out of the water
Do alligators have a den?
Alligators usually have an under water place to lay up, or a hole under a river bank.
How are these alligators eyes adapted for life in a tree?
Alligators don't live in trees nor can they climb trees. They live in the water and come out on land occasionally to bask in the sun.
How are an alligator's eye adapted for seeing in the water?
they have a scale over there eye to protect it
Do aligators have gills?
No, when alligators go under water, they are holding their breath.
Do alligators come out of water in cold weather?
alligators can't breath under water. they have lungs. so yes they do come out of the water when its cold. it's just common scene.
How do american aligators eyes adapted for seeing in the water?
They have a transparent membrane that covers the eye when they submerge.
How American alligator eyes adated for seeing in water?
They have 3 sets of eyelids to help them see under water without hurting their eyes. They also have a flap in their throat so they can open their mouth under water and eat food without getting water in their throat. Last, they have flaps on their nostrils that help them go under water and not get water in their nose.
Can alligators live in saltwater?
Like Crocodiles, Alligators have salt glands. However, unlike crocodiles, these are not active, and so the alligator can perhaps only stay in salt water for a few hours at the MOST. Crocodiles are more adapted to life in the ocean than alligators, because their salt glands work :)
How do alligators eat under water without getting water into their lungs?
They have a special flap that closes off the airway when they swallow.
