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Florida Fish and Wildlife trap large gator crossing Alico Road in Fort Myers

Deputies came across a large gator trying to cross Alico Road this morning. Deputies called FWC to come trap the gator. Warmer weather causes the gators to become more active.

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By: WFTX Digital Team

Posted at 5:00 AM, Mar 19, 2021

and last updated 2021-03-19 10:31:54-04

FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Lee County Sheriff’s Deputy was on the onramp to I-75 northbound on Alico Road when he came across a large gator crossing the road.

The deputy pulled over and got on the radio to call for a trapper from Florida Fish and Wildlife.

The gator measured approximately 9 feet 5 inches long.

FWC says warm spring weather means that the American alligator becomes more active and visible and begins gator mating season.