Alligator Cannibalism Shocks Eyewitnesses in Florida Everglades

A shocking video surfaced online showing an alligator seemingly devouring its own offspring in Florida's Everglades on Mother's Day. The footage, captured by eyewitnesses, depicts a large alligator subduing and consuming a smaller one in a shallow, rocky area of the Everglades. "It's a disturbing scene," commented Kelly Alvarez, one of the witnesses. The video quickly went viral, sparking discussions about alligator behavior and the dynamics of the Everglades ecosystem. Christopher Brochu, a professor specializing in crocodilians at the University of Florida, provided context. He explained to National Geographic that alligators are opportunistic feeders, meaning they will eat almost anything they can catch, including other alligators. This behavior, while unsettling, is not entirely uncommon in the wild. The video serves as a reminder of the raw power and unpredictable nature of the Everglades ecosystem.