| There is a common myth about alligator and | | | | So, will a bullet stop an alligator or crocodile? Most |
| crocodile skin. Due to its strength, it is believed by | | | | definitely. If an alligator or crocodile is shot, they |
| some that crocodile and alligators are impervious | | | | may survive a few bullets through this thick layer |
| to bullets due to their thick, bone-like scales and | | | | of skin, bony scales, and muscle, but a few |
| ultra-tough thick skin. | | | | well-placed shots to their vital areas with a |
| First, let's talk about why this myth is so popular. | | | | higher-caliber gun will kill them immediately. |
| Keep in mind that almost the entire body of a | | | | Can a properly tanned alligator or crocodile hide |
| gator or crocodile is pure muscle under a thick, | | | | stop a bullet? Not a chance. Fashion for |
| tough layer of rigid skin meant to keep them safe | | | | bullet-proof vests is still best invested in Kevlar |
| in their harsh environment. This thick skin is likely | | | | and other stronger materials that can truly block |
| one of the reasons that crocodilians are one of | | | | bullets, but the myth of alligator or crocodile skin |
| the oldest types of animals alive on Earth today. | | | | being bullet-proof is far from fact. |
| They are natural predators with few to challenge | | | | Also noted: When hunting or farming alligators and |
| them in - or near - water. Quick, agile, and very | | | | crocodiles, bullets are not the best way to obtain |
| strong, when submerged they can sense | | | | animal meat or skin since they will taint the quality |
| movement of their kin and their prey and carry a | | | | - and guns are only used against these amazing |
| strong instinct to snap their massive jaws shut | | | | creatures when they have threatened the lives of |
| around anything that crosses their path. | | | | an unsuspecting person who has gotten too close. |