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Page 2, The Shores

Deadline for the August Northern Notes from page 1

Issue is July 16 Contrary to popular belief, alligators are less aggressive

Mail or email to: than many other species of crocodilians. They have a
surprisingly well-developed ability to remember things like
Bill Thompson, 18583 Lake Bend Drive sources of food. If they see movement in the water, they
billthompsonsoj@gmail.com will approach the source simply because they are curious.
They pose little threat to humans as they are typically not
aggressive unless they feel threatened or are in danger.
The Shores of Jupiter It’s important to respect their space and understand their
behavior. This is why it is crucial for residents to stay high
website: up on the banks or sidewalks, be aware of their surroundings,
teach children to stay clear of the lakes and keep all dogs
www.theshoresofjupiter.org on a leash, promoting a harmonious coexistence with these As conservationists, we know all species are connected
fascinating creatures. and equally valuable to a healthy ecosystem. Our job is to
Like alligators, snakes, including rattlesnakes, are preserve as many species as possible and develop a sense of
essential to our ecosystem. They help control small mammal shared responsibility to keep this planet at least the same, if
populations such as mice, rats and rabbits. Rattlesnakes can not better than it was left to us.
Disclaimer also help disperse seeds because their digestive systems don’t NPDES tip: Please pick up after your pet. When pet
Copy appearing herewith may not be the viewpoint have the enzymes to break down certain foods. Seeds can waste is washed into lakes or canals the waste decays, using
of The Shores Board of Directors or its newsletter germinate while still in their digestive system. Rattlesnakes up oxygen and sometimes releasing ammonia. Low oxygen
editor. Nor should responsibility be assigned for may travel eight to 10 miles before passing the seeds through levels and ammonia combined with warm temperatures can
accuracy or validity or articles contributed by their system. The Eastern diamondback rattlesnake is a native kill fish. Pet waste also contains nutrients that encourage
residents or other articles chosen by the publisher or snake in decline in much of its native range and could soon weed and algae growth. Overly fertile water becomes cloudy
the editor. see federal protections under the Endangered Species Act. and green – unattractive for boating and fishing. Perhaps
They pose little threat to humans as they are typically not most importantly, pet waste carries diseases which make
aggressive unless threatened or in danger. water unsafe.
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