Alligator Invades Fort Myers Home, Florida Wildlife Responds

In a surprising encounter, Paul Quinn of Fort Myers discovered an alligator in his home after it likely entered through an open screen door. Upon calling 911, wildlife officials arrived to remove the six-foot reptile, which resisted capture and even damaged a dining room chair in the process. The Quinns, who often leave their doors open for fresh air, decided to keep the bitten chair as a conversation piece after the alligator was relocated to a farm. This incident highlights the frequency of alligator encounters in Florida, where residents are encouraged to take precautions to avoid attracting these large reptiles. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission handles thousands of alligator-related calls yearly, reminding homeowners to secure their homes against wildlife intrusions.