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An alligator's eyes are set to the side of his head and on the upper surface. This allows him to submerge almost his entire body under water and still see the surface, so that he can watch out for enemies and prey while being almost invisible. Additionally the alligator has nicitating membranes on his eyes. These are clear membranes that he can cover his eyes (sort of like clear eyelids) with while ripping and tearing at his prey. They prevent damage to the eye while still offering some vision.
It also has a protective, clear layer on its eye that can open underwater and washes away debris such as algea.
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How do alligators see?
Alligators have very good eyesight and can see well both in and out of water. They have vertical-slit pupils that help them to see well in bright light, and they also have a reflective layer behind their retina that improves their night vision. Alligators can detect motion well, making them effective hunters.
What is the difference between a alligator's eyes and crocodile's eyes?
An alligators eyes are closer together than a crocodiles. The alligator has slanted, slitted eyes, while the crocodile has larger eyes. An alligators head is short and wide, while a crocodiles is longer and thinner.
How many baby alligator survive?
It is estimated that only about 10% of baby alligators will survive to adulthood. They face many challenges such as predation, lack of food, and competition from other alligators. However, those that do survive can live for several decades.
Are there alligators in a desert?
No, alligators typically live in freshwater environments such as swamps, marshes, and rivers. They require water to survive, so it is unlikely to find them living in a desert environment.
How do alligators sleep?
Alligators typically sleep with their eyes closed, floating at the water's surface or resting on the shoreline. They have a nictitating membrane that covers their eyes for protection while still allowing them to stay alert to potential threats. Alligators may also burrow into mud, vegetation, or a den on land to rest and regulate their body temperature.
How does an alligators eyes help it?
so it can hide underwater and still see his surroundings
How does the giant squid's eyes help them survive in their habitat?
how do the squid's eyes help it to survive?
How do alligators survive in their habitats?
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How do bats eyes help them survive?
cuz they want them
How many layers of eyes does a alligators have?
alligators have 2 layers of skin on they're eye's
Were there alligators in medieval moats?
no, the climate in Europe was not warm enough to support alligators even if alligators were placed in the moat they would not survive.
How does an alligator eyes help it survive?
see their food, see underwater
How does blinking help us survive?
It keeps the eyes moist which keeps them healthy which lets us see properly which can help us survive.
Does a prehistoric alligator have three eyes?
There is no record stating that prehistoric alligators had three eyes. It is believed that they had two eyes, just like they do now. Alligators have likely been around for 150 million years.
Why do fish close there eyes?
Most fish can't close their eyes. Some of them don't have any eyelids! Some special fish,+alligators, have invisible clear eyelids that help them see underwater.
How do alligators see?
Alligators have very good eyesight and can see well both in and out of water. They have vertical-slit pupils that help them to see well in bright light, and they also have a reflective layer behind their retina that improves their night vision. Alligators can detect motion well, making them effective hunters.
How can alligators survive in a swamp?
they feed of little insects and human toes
