Alligator Farming & Grow-out Quiz

What is the purpose of returning a certain percentage of alligators back to the habitat in Louisiana?

• To control the alligator population

• To maintain ecological balance

• To prevent disease spread

• To increase farm productivity

How do farmers locate alligator nests in the wild?

• By setting up camera traps

• By conducting aerial surveys

• By following footprints

• By using GPS trackers

What is the approximate age of an alligator egg with a chalky white dot on the top?

• Less than 1 day

• More than 7 days

• 1-3 days

• 4-7 days

What is the hatch rate of alligator nests in the wild?

• 100%

• 70%

• 90%

• 50%

What temperature during incubation results in all male hatchlings?

• 91°F

• 87°F

• 92°F

• 86°F

How long does it take for alligator eggs to hatch after being laid?

• 65-70 days

• 60-65 days

• 50-55 days

• 70-75 days

What is the purpose of the chirping sound made by baby alligators during hatching?

• To communicate with other hatchlings

• To locate the mother

• To attract prey

• To signal distress

What should be done AFTER the umbilical cord of a hatchling dries and heals?

• Introduce to water

• Release into the wild

• Feed solid food

• Keep in the egg basket

Why are captive breeding programs less commonly used by commercial alligator farms?

• Risk of disease spread

• Lower hatch rate

• Higher cost of maintenance

• Longer time to maturity

At what temperature are female hatchlings produced?

• 60 degrees

• 70 degrees

• 86 degrees

• 75 degrees