Living Dinosaurs: The Role of Alligators in Louisiana’s Wetlands Ecosystem
April 11, 2025
In the heart of Louisiana’s wetlands, an ancient creature still roams—unchanged for millions of years and critical to the region’s ecological balance. The American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is more than just a symbol of the bayou; it’s a living dinosaur whose survival is deeply intertwined with the health of the state’s fragile wetlands. Alligators: Keystone […]