L'Astuce à Deux Doigts Pour Survivre à une Attaque d'Alligator

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Si jamais vous vous retrouvez face à face avec un alligator, il existe un étonnant tour à deux doigts qui pourrait vous sauver la vie. Les alligators ont des mâchoires extrêmement puissantes pour mordre, mais les muscles qui ouvrent leur bouche sont beaucoup plus faibles. Si un alligator vous attrape, essayez de rester calme (aussi difficile que cela puisse paraître !) et visez ses yeux ou le bout sensible de son museau. Avec deux doigts, enfoncez ses yeux aussi fort que vous le pouvez—cela les fait souvent lâcher prise et battre en retraite. Une autre option est de planter vos doigts dans ses narines ou ses oreilles ; ces points sont extrêmement sensibles et peuvent les inciter à vous relâcher. Rappelez-vous, cependant, que la meilleure stratégie est d'éviter les alligators dès le départ en vous tenant loin de leurs habitats !  Animation créée par Sympa. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Musique par Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com   Pour ne rien perdre de Sympa, abonnez-vous!: https://goo.gl/6E4Xna​ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Nos réseaux sociaux : Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sympasympacom/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sympa.officiel/  Stock de fichiers (photos, vidéos et autres): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  Si tu en veux encore plus, fais un tour ici:  http://sympa-sympa.com

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00:00If one day you find yourself in front of an alligator, know that there is a simple tip to get you off the hook.

00:07This method has allowed a young visitor from Moss Park in Florida to escape the grip of an alligator.

00:13Juliana was swimming in shallow waters when an alligator bit her leg and struggled not to let go.

00:19Luckily, the young girl knew exactly how to react, having followed the instructions given carefully during a visit to a park dedicated to alligators.

00:29She first tried to hit the animal on the skull, but without success.

00:33She then applied her knowledge by pushing two fingers into the predator's nostrils.

00:37The alligator, looking for air, then opened its mouth, thus releasing its leg.

00:43We do not seek to frighten tourists, but know that about 5 million wild American alligators travel through 10 states.

00:51Some of them settle in places where you could relax.

00:55Golf grounds, swamps, lakes, rivers, hiking or cycling trails, and fishing areas.

01:02However, alligators rarely attack humans because we are not part of their natural prey.

01:07It is dogs and horses that cause incidents much more often.

01:11That said, as a predator of ambushes, alligators have a reputation that amplifies each attack relayed online.

01:19The best way to survive an attack, as rare as it may be, is to avoid it.

01:24Be vigilant to the signs of their presence.

01:26These reptiles love sunny areas.

01:29So if you see trunks or particularly exposed banks, it is possible that an alligator is lurking there.

01:36They can also be discreet, only letting water emerge from their eyes and muzzle while taking advantage of the sun's rays.

01:42When they dive back, they do so with such subtlety that no splash betrays their movements.

01:50During the season of love, which usually begins in April and lasts until June, alligators become very noisy.

01:56If you hear a powerful roar resonating in the swamps, it is very likely that it is an alligator in full nuptial parade.

02:03And if you see what looks like a bunch of vegetation on a dry area near the water, keep your distance.

02:09It is very likely an alligator nest.

02:12And believe us, it is better to avoid meeting a female when she watches over her young.

02:17Their footprints, similar to those of lizards or dinosaurs, are a clear indication that it is time to move away quickly.

02:24In general, it is humans who provoke these reptiles with formidable jaws, rarely the opposite.

02:30This often happens when they try to catch the best cliché or, out of curiosity, try to touch their tails.

02:37Feeding them is also a very bad idea.

02:40Because they quickly associate humans with an easy source of food.

02:46If you find yourself facing an alligator, try to keep your cool and respect its territory.

02:52For example, if you are kayaking and you see an alligator lurking in the water,

02:57be content to pass calmly at a distance and continue to paddle.

03:01Above all, avoid hitting the water with your paddles, which could cause it.

03:06If, despite your precautions, the alligator is heading towards you, stay calm and do not give in to panic.

03:13Paddle quietly or show that you are not a threat.

03:17If this is not enough and an alligator tries to drag you underwater, focus your efforts on its sensitive points.

03:24Although their muscular body and skin similar to an armor protect them effectively,

03:30they have small pigmented areas on their skin, filled with sensitive tactile sensors, even more sensitive than the tip of our fingers.

03:37These areas even react to the slightest vibration.

03:41And scientists have several ideas about the usefulness of these spots.

03:45Some think they could work as cleaning stations, secreting oils to keep the skin in good condition.

03:52Others suggest that they could detect electrical or magnetic fields, or even changes in the salinity of the water.

03:58However, recent studies show that they are especially suitable for detecting pressure or vibrations,

04:04ranging from slight undulations to almost imperceptible stimuli.

04:08If you are attacked, try to aim for its eyes, hit the top of its skull or the sides of its jaw.

04:17If you are in the water, the main danger comes from drowning, much more than biting.

04:23Get back to the mainland as soon as possible, because humans are much more agile on the ground than alligators.

04:28That said, once out of the water, stay vigilant.

04:31An alligator can hit you with its tail or even its skull.

04:34The good news is that these reptiles are not known for their endurance in the race.

04:39On the mainland, it is rare for them to chase humans, and even if they try, they struggle to keep a long distance.

04:47Their top speed is about 15 km per hour, but they can only keep it for a short time.

04:53So you have every chance of escaping, provided you run in a straight line and not in a zigzag.

04:59Contrary to what an idea claimed, it would only slow you down.

05:04However, in the water, they are much faster and can reach 30 km per hour.

05:10In addition, alligators can hold their breath underwater for about half an hour.

05:15And some have even set records of staying submerged for 24 hours.

05:19They do this because their heart rate can slow down to only 2 or 3 beats per minute,

05:24allowing them to consume the oxygen in their lungs in an optimal way.

05:28Their eyes, judiciously placed at the top of their heads,

05:32allow them to monitor what is happening above the water while remaining hidden.

05:36But not everything is lost.

05:40If you manage to sneak behind the alligator, without triggering its instinct to attack,

05:45you can exert pressure to keep its jaw closed.

05:49Although their bite is impressive, they have a lot of trouble opening their mouths when it is firmly held.

05:55You can even try to turn it on its back, which could put it in a state of calm.

06:00Finally, inserting an object behind its throat should trigger a vomiting reflex.

06:05If none of these techniques work, make as much noise as possible.

06:09This could scare the alligator and alert people nearby who could call for help.

06:15However, if someone wants to intervene to help you, it is essential that they stay on the ground.

06:21Throwing yourself in the water to try to help you would considerably reduce your chances of success.

06:28All this can work with alligators, but may not be effective against crocodiles.

06:34The first method to distinguish them is to observe their muzzles.

06:39Alligators have short and robust muzzles with rounded ends, resembling a large U-shaped shape.

06:47Crocodiles, on the other hand, have longer and slender muzzles, ending in a point, evoking a V-shaped shape.

06:55Also look at their teeth.

06:57In alligators, when they close their mouths, only the upper teeth protrude, mainly facing down.

07:03Crocodiles, on the other hand, have more regularly spread teeth, some pointing up and some pointing down.

07:11Alligators, lovers of fresh water, live in ponds, swamps and lakes.

07:16Crocodiles, on the other hand, love both fresh water and salty coastal waters.

07:23In general, alligators are more peaceful than crocodiles, but both can be dangerous, especially when they are hungry.

07:30If you come across one in the wild, keep your distance and admire it from afar.

07:37Despite the obvious risks, some people still find it attractive to have an alligator as a pet, even if it is most often illegal.

07:45The first problem is the space required.

07:47This little 18 cm alligator, which you find adorable, will eventually become a gigantic animal, especially if it is a male.

07:55With its 80 teeth and muscles capable of exerting a pressure of more than 1,300 kg, an alligator is a real machine to grind.

08:04These animals are also very smart.

08:06They can learn to escape their enclosures, anticipate your actions and even use tools to reach their end.

08:13One might think that it is possible to train them, but it is not at all like teaching a dog to roll.

08:19Trying to tame their wild instincts requires years of experience and the help of a whole team.

08:24In addition, their appetite is insatiable and they require a huge amount of food.

08:30Finally, their life expectancy often exceeds 50 years.

08:34So, the day you can no longer take care of it, or that you will no longer want it, good luck to find someone ready to take care of it.

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