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How do alligators swim?

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A crocodilian uses its tail to propel it through the water. The tail acts as a rudder as well, and it gives these reptiles good speed and agility in water.

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Crocodiles move live any other four legged animal. They also swim well in the water.

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they use their legs as rudders and their tail pushes them along

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They move around by their feet. They move around by their feet. They move around by their feet. They move around by their feet.

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With the help of their long and powerful tail, that they move sideways.

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it swims and shifts acrossn the surface

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