Raleigh News & Observer: Frozen alligators found in North Carolina as temperatures hit 17 degrees, photos show

A stunning story of how alligators survived the freezing temperatures in North Carolina by sticking their snouts out of the ice.

See dramatic photos of the amazing phenomenon!

BUT WAIT THERES MORE:

• An alligator in Texas was found totally submerged in frozen water – still alive with its heart barely beating.

• Social media videos of ‘gatorcicles’ draw big numbers as experts say the reptiles are alive and well

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