Alligator is a large, carnivorous reptile belonging to the family of Crocodilians. They are characterized by their muscular bodies, scaly skin, powerful jaws with sharp teeth, and a long, muscular tail. Alligators are found in freshwater habitats such as swamps, marshes, and wetlands of the southeastern United States, Mexico, Central America, and China. They are apex predators and play an essential role in the ecosystem by controlling the population of prey species.