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Yes, there are many facts about the albino alligator. However, there are only a few that are unique to the albino variety of gator (as opposed to regular alligators)
- albino alligators are very rare.
- alligators lay in the sun to help the digestive process; when albino alligators do this, they often get sun poisoning and die.
- albino alligators are light green, light brown, or white in color.
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Are Albino Alligators Endangered species?
Yes, the albino alligator is a very extinct spieces mainly because of it's white coat, which defeats the purpose of camouflage, making them easy prey for their contenders. Albino alligators are not a species unto themselves, but a mutation form of the alligator. As such, they cannot be considered an endangered species, although very rarely found in the general alligator population.
How many different kinds of alligators are there?
there are two types of alligators American alligators and Chinese alligators.:) There are also rare Albino American Alligators. :- RZR666-There is currently 23 species of crocodilians discovered-about 10 are 'gators
What term is used for an animal lacking in pigmentation?
a person or animal that lacks pigment in their skin, hair, and eyes would be albino.
Can cats be albino?
im pretty sure that they can be albino.
What is the plural of albino?
The plural form of albino is albinos.
Do albino alligators stay together?
No. Because of its lack of camouflage and protection from ultraviolet radiation an albino alligator will not live long in the wild.
Why are albino alligators being killed?
They are hungry.
How many albino alligators I left in the world?
There are 44 left in the world
How does an albino alligator get is food?
well you should know that all alligators hunt for food so there's your answer
Are Albino Alligators Endangered species?
Yes, the albino alligator is a very extinct spieces mainly because of it's white coat, which defeats the purpose of camouflage, making them easy prey for their contenders. Albino alligators are not a species unto themselves, but a mutation form of the alligator. As such, they cannot be considered an endangered species, although very rarely found in the general alligator population.
What is the albino alligator's habitat?
albino alligators can only survive in captivity because the lack of melanin in their skin makes them get sunburns every time they go in the sun and are therefore vulnerable to other predators as well.
What unusual habits did whitey have?
Whitey, the albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences, had the unusual habit of being mostly nocturnal, as albino alligators are known to be more sensitive to light. He also had a different diet compared to other alligators, requiring vitamin supplements to make up for his lack of pigmentation. Additionally, Whitey had a unique appearance due to his lack of melanin, which made him stand out from other alligators.
How many different kinds of alligators are there?
there are two types of alligators American alligators and Chinese alligators.:) There are also rare Albino American Alligators. :- RZR666-There is currently 23 species of crocodilians discovered-about 10 are 'gators
Is there a white alligator?
Yes. There are both albino and leucistic alligators. Both the Audobon Zoo in New Orleans and the Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans have them on display.
What would an albino alligator do if its home dried?
Alligators always begin to move if its habitat begins to dry, wandering several miles to find water.
How come when you type in where do albino alligators live the answer comes up and has nothing to do with your question?
Because nobody has anwered that question correctly. They live from Florida to coastal North Carolina.
What are facts about alligator eyes?
Alligators have two eyelids,one to close there eyes and the other to see underwater
