Exotic Incident #1171

Incident Date:
07/04/2008
Location:
Webster City, IA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Alligator
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed

Summary:

An American alligator was found in a floodwater pool in a resident’s backyard. Authorities captured the alligator and transported him to the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines.

Action take by Born Free USA:

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