Florida Alligator Caught Ringing a Doorbell—And It Brought a Friend. But is it real or fake?

Alligator at Front Door

Only in Florida. A viral video of an alligator casually ringing a doorbell—and standing on its hind legs to do so—is going viral, and the internet can’t get enough of the seemingly very real, bizarre encounter.

Captured on a home security camera late at night, the footage shows the reptile propping itself up against the front door of a house in Florida and pressing the doorbell. Even more wild? It wasn’t alone.

Alligator Rings Doorbell

A viral clip of the interaction can be found on TikTok here also posted by user @aasnz4.

Alligator Doorbell Florida

The alligator, seemingly undeterred by the camera, had a friend lingering nearby, making the scene feel like a surreal animal version of a late-night house call.

The unexpected visitors left the homeowner and online viewers equally stunned.

Alligator Ringing Doorbell in Florida

The clip, which was first shared on TikTok and then picked up by local news outlets, has already racked up tons of views across platforms. Viewers have flooded the comment sections with jokes. Others are wondering whether this is a sign that Florida wildlife is becoming too comfortable with suburban life.

Alligator Ringing Doorbell Video

According to wildlife experts, alligator sightings are fairly common in many parts of Florida, especially during warmer months when they’re more active. But doorbell visits? That seems like a new one. It is important for residents to avoid approaching or feeding alligators and to keep doors securely closed at night, just in case your next guest isn’t human.

While it’s unclear whether the alligator duo had any specific intentions beyond curiosity, one thing is certain: they’ve officially earned their spot in Florida’s long list of unforgettable wildlife moments. And next time your doorbell rings late at night… you might want to check the camera first.

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Published by HOLR Magazine

Image Credit: via @aasnz4 TikTok