Description des reptiles nouveaux ou imparfaitement connus de la collection du Musum d'histoire naturelle et remarques sur la classification et les caractres des reptiles..[Paris :Musum d'histoire naturelle]1852-.biodiversitylibrary.org/page/4039518rocodiles have eyes/ears/nostrils on top of head so they can still see, hear & smell when almost fully submerged biodiversitylibrary.org/page/4039518
Everybody knows about the business end of an alligator, but many don't know that the tail is extremely powerful, capable of inflicting serious injury. Another important reason to never antagonize them, always keep a safe distance, and of course, NEVER feed them. This particular gator popped out in the late afternoon, and swam along the edge of the bank. It found this spot in the vegetation to rest and watch over the spring head for awhile.Alexander Springs Recreation Area, Ocala National Forest, Lake County, Florida, USASeaLife DC1400Sea Dragon 1200 Photo/Video/Dive Light