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Terrifying moment a gator lunges at diver's face caught on video

Alligators are large reptiles with powerful bites, capable of consuming prey much larger than themselves

An alligator is seen near the fairway on the second hole during the...
An alligator is seen near the fairway on the second hole during the final round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament, Sunday, April 20, 2025, in Hilton Head Island, S.C. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
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The Instagram personality known for interacting with alligators and various species of animals, @gatorboys_chris, recently shared a video that has the potential to significantly alter the trajectory of his life.

His ion for these creatures is evident; however, the associated risks are considerable. In one incident, he narrowly escaped severe injury after an encounter with an alligator, which could have resulted in significant facial trauma.

Despite his assertion that the alligator did not pose an imminent threat, the sheer size of the animal is remarkable, reportedly exceeding that of an average human being.

This individual has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to remain submerged underwater for up to five minutes during his interactions with these reptiles.

In Florida, a study of alligator-related incidents found a total of 254 documented cases. Among these, researchers classified 10 incidents as Category 1, resulting in no fatalities; 65 incidents as Category 2, with six fatalities; and 122 incidents as Category 3, which resulted in 20 deaths.

Each year, millions of visitors travel to Florida to observe alligators in their natural environments. Many individuals are drawn to these powerful animals, which can weigh over 1,000 pounds, due to the inherent dangers they present.

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