Everglades National Park is also the only place in the world where Alligators coexist with Crocodiles. In fact, the Everglades is the only place in the United States where one can see Crocodiles. It is the mixture of freshwater from Lake Okeechobee and saltwater from the ocean that makes this dual existence possible.

Yes, Everglades National Park in Florida is the only place on Earth where you can find both American alligators and American crocodiles living side-by-side in the wild. While alligators are ubiquitous throughout the freshwater marshes, the American crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) is a much rarer sight, primarily inhabiting the brackish and saltwater coastal areas of the southern tip of Florida, such as Florida Bay and Flamingo. Crocodiles are distinguishable by their narrower, V-shaped snouts and their lighter, grayish-green color compared to the dark, almost black hide of the alligator. In 2026, the crocodile population is considered a conservation success story, having rebounded from the brink of extinction to "threatened" status, with breeding populations actively monitored in the park's mangrove swamps. Despite their prehistoric appearance and large size (males can reach 14 to 20 feet), American crocodiles are remarkably shy and reclusive, typically avoiding human interaction far more than their alligator cousins, making a sighting a truly special and "lucky" event for any wildlife enthusiast.