Gators spotted swimming in Detroit River

For the first time in history, alligators have been spotted swimming in the Detroit River.

The Detroit River is a historically significant waterway that connects Lake Erie and Lake St Clair. The sightings of American alligators ( Alligator mississippiensis) were confirmed by the University of Windsor's Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER).

"It's definitely not a common occurrence. We've never had alligators in this portion of the river before," said Tony Grue, an ecologist at GLIER.

According to Grue, it's possible that the alligators were released into the river by pet owners who no longer wanted them, or that they escaped from captivity. Alligators can survive in cold weather, so it's possible they will establish themselves in the Detroit River and become permanent residents.

Officials are asking people to report any alligator sightings in the Detroit River area.

Gator on the loose in Chicago

Residents of the Chicago area are on the lookout for an alligator on the loose. The gator was spotted by a construction worker in the city's River North neighborhood, and officials believe it may have made its way there from one of the area's many rivers or lakes.

While alligators are not native to Illinois, it's not unheard of for them to wander into the city. In fact, a 5-foot alligator was captured in a Chicago park just last year. Wildlife officials are urging residents not to approach the animal if they see it and to call police instead.

So far, there have been no reports of anyone being injured by the gator, but officials are cautioning people to be careful just in case. "Alligators can move very quickly and they can be dangerous," said one official.

The search for the alligator is ongoing, and officials are asking residents to keep an eye out for any sightings. If you see an alligator in Chicago, do not approach it and call police immediately.

10-foot alligator found in Florida family's pool

A Florida family discovered an alligator in their pool on Monday evening. The 10-foot alligator was found by the family's young son and his friends, who were playing in the pool at the time.

The alligator was removed from the pool with the assistance of a trapper, who arrived on the scene shortly after being called. The alligator was relocated to a nearby pond.

This is not the first time an alligator has been found in a residential swimming pool in Florida. In June, 2016, an 8-foot alligator was found in a swimming pool in Orlando.

Alligators are common in Florida, where they can be found in both freshwater and saltwater habitats. While alligators are not typically considered dangerous to humans, they can be dangerous if they feel threatened or if they are protecting their young.

If you encounter an alligator in Florida, it is best to give it a wide berth and contact authorities for assistance.

Officials warn residents of alligator sightings in Massachusetts town

Residents of a small Massachusetts town have been warned to watch out for alligators after a number of them were spotted in the area.

Officials say that the alligators were likely brought to the area by someone who purchased them illegally and then released them into the wild.

The warning has caused some concern among residents, who are now being advised to stay away from any bodies of water where alligators might be lurking.

"I've never seen anything like this before," said one local resident. "It's definitely scary."

Alligator caught on camera swimming near kayakers in Louisiana

An alligator was recently spotted swimming near a group of kayakers in Louisiana. In the video, the alligator is seen swimming very close to the kayakers, who can be heard gasping and exclaiming in surprise.

The kayakers seem to be mostly unphased by the alligator's presence, though one does remark that it's "a big one". However, a man in a motorboat that comes up behind the kayakers does seem to be more wary of the alligator and starts to make some noise in an attempt to scare it away.

This isn't the first time that an alligator has been spotted near humans. Earlier this year, an alligator was seen sunbathing on a golf course in Florida. Alligators are often found near water, as they need to submerged often in order to regulate their body temperature.

Though they may seem fearsome, alligators are actually shy animals and will usually avoid humans if possible. However, there have been instances of alligators attacking humans, so it's always best to keep your distance if you encounter one.