I spotted this just as it happened and so had no time for any setup. Focus to shoot, hope for the best.

The smaller Alligator decided last minute it was best not to climb over the big guy. I saw the hesitation, and the sudden jump in the air.

It’s always fun to watch the flow of an Alligator ‘flopping’ into the water.

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The 2 left sunning themselves didn’t move a muscle or even acknowledge anything had happened.