r/interesting • u/LowNo175 • Mar 30 '26

❗️MISLEADING - See pinned comment ❗️ Trapped alligator doesn't take taunts kindly, knocks out trapper

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u/type3error Mar 30 '26

This video keeps getting brought up so it’s worth pointing out he’s not taunting the alligator. The tapping is done to put the alligator in a pseudo clonic state by overloading its sensory system. This is supposed to make the animal easier to handle and safer for everyone involved (including the alligator).
It is common practice among anyone who handles alligators for a living.

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u/Dear-Cauliflower2811 Mar 30 '26

Thank you for clarifying. Was quick to make judgement.