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Massive alligator spotted near Postl Point at Eglin Air Force Base

On Sunday, April 24th, Outdoor Recreation at Eglin Air Force Base posted this photo of a massive alligator spotted at Postl Point. The alligator was reported to be +11 feet.  […]

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On Sunday, April 24th, Outdoor Recreation at Eglin Air Force Base posted this photo of a massive alligator spotted at Postl Point.

  • The alligator was reported to be +11 feet. 
Outdoor Recreation at Eglin Air Force Base 

“Please do not swim after dark and keep all pets away from the water,” wrote the Outdoor Recreation in a post. “Please be especially careful at nighttime. Do not dispose of any fish remains at the marina.”

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  1. I hope they don’t kill it! If it becomes a nuisance then please relocate it to the everglades, so it can combat the invasive species especially iguana, pigs and pythons – and RINOS!

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