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15-Foot Alligator Disrupts Play at Florida Golf Course

6/10/2025

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A colossal 15-foot alligator made a surprising appearance at Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Palmetto, Florida, halting play as it ambled near a golfer. Captured on video by meteorologist Matt Devitt, this striking moment underscores the reality of Florida's wildlife, where these majestic creatures roam freely in swamps and ponds.

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A colossal 15-foot alligator made a surprising appearance at Buffalo Creek Golf Course in Palmetto, Florida, halting play as it ambled near a golfer. Captured on video by meteorologist Matt Devitt, this striking moment underscores the reality of Florida's wildlife, where these majestic creatures roam freely in swamps and ponds.