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Photographer Captures Alligator Eating Venomous Coral Snake

3/25/2026

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Jon Burket, a wildlife photographer in Lakeland, Florida, captured a rare moment of a young alligator eating a venomous coral snake whole at Circle B-Bar Reserve.
The coral snake's venom could not overcome the alligator.
Burket addressed claims that the images were AI-generated, asserting their authenticity.
This event highlights unique wildlife interactions in Florida's swamps.

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Story summary

Jon Burket, a wildlife photographer in Lakeland, Florida, captured a rare moment of a young alligator eating a venomous coral snake whole at Circle B-Bar Reserve.
The coral snake's venom could not overcome the alligator.
Burket addressed claims that the images were AI-generated, asserting their authenticity.
This event highlights unique wildlife interactions in Florida's swamps.