The general fear of reptiles is called herpetophobia, and alligators are at the top of most people’s lists. They’re the apex predators of lakes and ponds, with both stealth and power on their side.
ON THE COMBAHEE RIVER — Eyes can say a lot about an individual. For hunters on the Lowcountry’s dark waters, the distinctive glow of two dots on the surface lets them know an alligator is nearby. The ...