A giant “neighborhood king” alligator was caught on camera stalking across a road in North Carolina.
Jonny Fins grabbed his cell phone and recorded the moment the reptile slowly walked towards him.
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“My goodness, he really is the king of the jungle,” Finns said incredulously. “At least he's the king of the neighborhood, you know?”
According to Carolina Country, alligators in North Carolina grow more slowly than those in other Southern states, making the one caught on camera even more unusual.
A massive alligator was spotted crossing a road in North Carolina, something that's rare for the area. (Jonny Finns)
Alligators can be found in lakes, rivers, streams, marshes, swamps and ponds throughout North Carolina, with most habitat scattered along the coast.
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According to the North Carolina Wildlife Federation (NCWF), it is illegal to feed, touch, injure, harass or poach an alligator in North Carolina.
In the video, filmed by Johnny Fins, the crocodile can be seen walking off into the darkness of night.
The NCWF also urges residents to remain vigilant in areas where crocodiles have previously been spotted and to keep pets on leads while walking.
It is also recommended to stay at least 50 feet away from reptiles and never leave children unattended near any water, including beaches.
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If you see anyone harassing or knowingly feeding alligators, call the North Carolina Wildlife Enforcement Hotline at 1-800-662-7137.
