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Beloved Albino Alligator Snowball Passes at Newport Aquarium

2/20/2025

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Snowball, the beloved 21-year-old albino alligator at Newport Aquarium, has sadly passed away. Known for his role in raising awareness about conservation, Snowball was one of fewer than 100 albino alligators left in the world. The aquarium encourages visitors to share their cherished memories of this remarkable ambassador for his endangered species.

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Snowball, the beloved 21-year-old albino alligator at Newport Aquarium, has sadly passed away. Known for his role in raising awareness about conservation, Snowball was one of fewer than 100 albino alligators left in the world. The aquarium encourages visitors to share their cherished memories of this remarkable ambassador for his endangered species.