05/29/2026
Happy National Alligator Day! 🐊
Today we’re celebrating Freddy, our American alligator ambassador, and the important role alligators play in Florida’s ecosystems.
Did you know alligators are considered a keystone species? Alligators dig “gator holes,” which retain water during dry periods and provide refuge for fish, birds, turtles, and other wildlife. As an apex predator, alligators also help maintain a healthy & balanced ecosystem population.
By symbolically adopting Freddy through our Adopt-An-Animal program, you directly support her daily care while also contributing to Busch Wildlife Sanctuary’s mission of wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education💚
Want to support Freddy and wildlife conservation in Florida? Click the link for more information: https://bws.givecloud.co/sponsorship/12?utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=adoption