Yes, alligators can occasionally be found in some lakes and bodies of water in New York State, primarily due to illegal pet releases. However, they are not native to the region and are not commonly found in the wild. The climate in New York is generally too cold for alligators to thrive year-round. Sightings are rare and usually involve individuals that have escaped or been abandoned.
Northeast. Along the Great Lakes and upper state New York.
The largest lakes that touch New York State are:Lake ErieLake OntarioLake Champlain
The Finger Lakes chain is in New York State.
The Finger Lakes are in New York State.
The Finger Lakes.
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Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, Lake Champlain, the Finger Lakes,
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There are the Finger Lakes and the Adirondack Mountains.
Finger Lakes (New York State)
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