Man throws watermelon in alligator’s open jaws. Then this happens
Shared by St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park on their Facebook page, the 12-second-long video shows a man throwing a watermelon in an alligator’s open jaws.
Often scary and creepy are the words associated with sharp-toothed reptiles like alligators. However, there are times when these animals can end up amusing many instead of inducing fear. One such video, involving an alligator and a watermelon, has made its way onto the Internet and there is a chance that the clip may make you go – “wow.”

Shared by St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park on their Facebook page, the 12-second-long video shows a man throwing a watermelon in an alligator’s open jaws. Almost instantly, the reptile closes its mouth and the fruit bursts into several pieces – and that’s the moment which many may find fascinating.
Posted on August 8, the video has accumulated around 25,000 views till now. Additionally, it has also amassed about 500 reactions and shares.
There was an outpouring of varied comments on the post. “That was extremely cool,” wrote a Facebook user. “That was super satisfying to watch. Those jaws!” excitedly commented another.
Here’s how others reacted:
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ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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