Washington, D.C. — Two American alligators were observed swimming in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool this week, prompting an unusual wildlife response in the nation’s capital and raising questions about how the reptiles arrived in the highly monitored area.
The National Park Service confirmed that the animals, each estimated to be between four and six feet long, appear to be in good health. Officials noted that the alligators have been seen feeding on migratory ducks, suggesting they have adapted quickly to the environment.