Exotic Incident #554

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Orlando, FL - USA

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04/05/2003

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Summary:

A 7-ft-long alligator at Gatorland bit a handler on the face during preparation for the park’s Gator Wrestling Show. The handler was in fair condition with a gash to the face. The handler had 4 years of experience handling large reptiles at the park.