Useful Tactics To Embrace When Hunting For Alligators

By Diane Olson


Hunting continues to be a widely enjoyed hobby done by people from different regions in the world. However, the techniques used in pursuing deer, swine, and other wild animals are not similar to catching an alligator. The reptiles are lethal and do not spare both humans and animals that come near their habitat. As such, going for this hunt demands that you use the best tools and be ready for a physical challenge. Below are guidelines for selecting the best tools and ideas for successful hunting for alligators.

Whether you are an experienced hunter or you are going out there for your first time, acquiring the required equipment is mandatory. They have to be affordable, practical, functional and durable. Remember, the reptiles are naturally heavy, and the best tools must be used for this purpose. Some of the tools include harpoon pole, bang stick, headlight, electrical tape, sharp knife, gaff, and a snatch hook among others.

The target location is another thing that must be worked on before assembling the tools and leaving for the expedition. Identify areas that are swampy and close to bushes because of crocodiles like hiding. Also, visiting rivers, lakes or other water bodies in crocodile prone areas can enhance your hunt. However, you must be cautious when treading on such grounds because they get out of water sometimes when basking.

Mature alligators are conversant with many tricks used by humans in capturing them. As such, a simple catch will only be realized in small and immature crocodiles. As such, better ways of attracting the heavy ones must be put in place. Moreover, the safety measures applied for the activity have to be within the law to avoid awakening the neighbors during nighttime when you are on the hunt.

Capturing the mature predators comes with vigorous fights with the captors. It is heavy in weight, and it tries all manner of tricks to get lose from the bait. As such, you must have a small gun in hand just in case the struggle turns to be drastic. Shooting it at its soft part will weaken it. Also, ensure you are using a strong and well-maintained boat when stalking them to avoid being drowned.

Dragging these reptiles to the surface is another challenge that can make you lose the catch. Their weight amounts to hundreds of pounds and cannot be managed by a single person. As such, hunting as a team will work better. Moreover, stable vessels that cannot yield to the pressure created by the reptile while fighting for its life.

Besides using a harpoon and a fishing rod, it is important that you carry with you a bang stick and a small gun. If you can get closer to the reptile, banging it will save you the struggle of dragging it to the cabin while still fighting. Moreover, use of a bang stick is a humane way of dispatching the reptiles than a shooting.

All states have laws protecting both wild and domesticated animals. Before you start enjoying killing the crocodiles, consider getting a permit from the relevant authority. It does not matter how much you would be saving by killing them when the authorities catch up with you.




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