You Never Know What May Come Creeping Out Of The Weeds!
Last night I was checking the area along the edge of the marsh pond when I saw this big fellow peeking his head out from the weeds.
Naturally I backed off and away, but when it started to walk out I decided to see if I could grab a few photos. I was a little surprised when it headed in my direction, so I quickly banged off several frames before retreating safely off to the side!
Phil Lanoue Photography 
I would back off too if this big boy was coming towards me! That is one mean looking Gator. Great captures!
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I can tell you he did not look happy at all. I as on alert for sure.
Thanks for checking out these pics Molly!
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Lived in Haiti for 10 years and only met a croc through binoculars – that was enough. Everytime I see your posts and the avatar on UHH, I cannot begin to imagine the terror I would feel. All who live in Florida and in your area have my deepest respect and am so very grateful that I live in Oregon! The birds – wish we had those beauties here!
Thanks so much for sharing and all the other great stuff you do.
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Hi Judi, thanks very much for your kind comments and glad you enjoy seeing the photos!
The alligators for the most part would really prefer not to have interaction with people, they are generally non-aggressive. It’s when people feed or harass a wild alligator that problems arise.
Thanks for looking!
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I wonder what he would have done if you started walking toward him?
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I don’t know Shelley, but I figured it was probably a better idea to walk away from him.
No point in antagonizing the big guy. 🙂
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That’s really close!
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Yeah it was. Thanks for looking Gareth.
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One scary looking dude! 🙂
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He might be a little scary looking, but he’s a fun guy! 😉
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Holy c***p….. he’s a big one! Glad you moved out of the way!
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I figured it would most likely be best to get out of his way. Yikes! 🙂
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To be honest they make me afraid and I should say, these photographs seem so real, I mean they are at my desk and I don’t know what to say or to do… You are amazing. Amazing. Thank you, love, nia
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I really appreciate you looking and commenting on these alligator photos Nia! Yes then can be frightening but they mostly try to avoid contact with people. I find them to be fascinating, they are the closest thing we have to a living dinosaur. 🙂
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Now that’s up close and personal!
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Yes he was close. I think he likes me. 🙂
Thanks for looking!
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WOw! that is close!
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Yes it was.
I had to move to get out of his way. Although it wasn’t a hard decision to move. 😉
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Do you have any sort of protection when you take these close shots?
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Pretty much only running shoes for protection. 😉
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Pretty much only running shoes. 😉
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WOW! That last shot looks like he’s puckering up for a smooch! 🙂
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Yeah but I’m not so sure about that breath. 😯 😀
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LOL!
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You’ve got some fortitude to be willing to stick around for a few shots. A guy that big? I’d be hauling myself out of there post haste!
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Good eye contact, Phil. Nice macro.
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oh.oh he’s giving me the evil eye he’s saying I want you in my belly.
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