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How do alligators eat under water without getting water in their lungs?
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∙ 11y ago
maybe it putts the water at the front of it's mouth and swallows the food first and then spits the water out.
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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.
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.
Does a shark have gills or lungs?
Yes, alligators have lungs and breathe air just like you do. They CAN hold their breath for a long time while they are under water, though!
Do alligators have a den?
Alligators usually have an under water place to lay up, or a hole under a river bank.
What organ does an alligator use to breathe under water?
They have all organs like we do. Eyes, heart, lungs, stomach etc.
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.
Do alligators have lungs or gills?
The alligator gar can "sort of" breathe air. It is a fish, complete with gills, but is a primitive one. It's gills don't work very well out of water, but it can survive for several hours in air. A link can be found below.
Do aligators have gills?
No, when alligators go under water, they are holding their breath.
Are the lungs under the ribs or on top?
Under
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!
What is the name of the muscular under the lungs that helps control the expansion and contraction of the lungs?
The diaphragm
Can reptile breathe inside water?
Some reptiles can breath under water e.g. turtles, alligators and snakes plus much more. actually they can't... they can just hold there breath very long! unless you see gills on them, if you watch animal planet it says they have strong lungs.
