The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency confirms multiple alligator sightings.

 

According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency there have been multiple confirmed sightings of alligators in Southwest Tennessee where alligators are expanding their range into the state from Southern border states.

The TWRA stated the alligators are able to survive winters by going into a hibernation like dormancy called brumation.

It is advised if you come across an alligator to just leave it alone since they are a protected species, and catching or shooting one is a violation of the law.