Skip to main content

Unbelievable: University Student Celebrates Her Graduation By Posing With A Massive Alligator

Unbelievable: University Student Celebrates Her Graduation By Posing With A Massive Alligator 


The daring 21-year-old's graduation ceremony will be held this coming Friday

A university student took her graduation photographs to a whole new level – by posing alongside a 13-foot alligator.

Makenzie Noland’s daring snaps have left the world stunned after the Texas A&M graduate took an unorthodox route for her commemorative photos.

The 21-year-old graduate earned her degree in wildlife and fisheries science, and has been working as an intern at the Gator County rescue centre in Beaumont, Texas since finishing classes in May.


Makenzie balances her graduation class ring on the alligator's nose

She posted the photographs on her Facebook page with the caption “Not your typical graduation picture”.

One of the photos shows Noland balancing her graduation ring on the nose of the alligator, named Big Tex, while wearing her Texas A&M sash and cap.


Noland developed a special bond with the animal after working closely with him since her first day at the animal centre.

The graduate is responsible for Big Tex’s daily feeding sessions, which often attract a large crowd, and the beast has never attempted to harm Noland.



Big Tex, seen here balancing the ring on his nose, is said to be 'a little too friendly'

Speaking to the Wichita Eagle, Noland said:  “He’s one of my best friends here. It’s something I’m super proud of.
“It took him a few weeks for him to like me.”

She added:  "I call him over, talk all sweet to him, tickle his nose, and reassure him that I'm not going to hurt him.”

The alligator was caught at Trinity River National Wildlife Refuge in Oct. 2016 after he started becoming “a little too friendly,” according to a Facebook post from the refuge.

The post claimed that Big Tex had  “lost his fear of humans” because people were feeding him, adding:  “While the animal had not aggressively attacked anyone yet, it was considered a little too close for comfort.”

Big Tex was captured and now gets to  “live the remainder of his life at Gator Country".

***
Via The Sun UK
Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

More Assurance: Davido & Chioma Kiss, Profess Love During Date In London (Photos)

More Assurance: Davido & Chioma Kiss, Profess Love During Date In London (Photos) Davido and Chioma Multi-award winning Nigerian singer, Davido and the love of his life and assurance, Chioma, who are currently in London having a time of their lives, have revealed to the whole world that they are wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwcrazy about each other. The adorable celebrity lovers were captured on camera in a social media post showing off some PDA vibes as they went out on a dinner date last night. See another photo below;
Post a Comment
Read more

How Much Caffeine Do Coke and Diet Coke Contain? Find Out Now

Knowing How Much Caffeine Coke and Diet Coke Contain Find Out Now! However, soft drink consumption has been associated with many health concerns, ranging from weight gain to high blood sugar. Not only that, but Coke and Diet Coke also contain a hearty dose of caffeine, which can be problematic for those looking to cut down their caffeine consumption. This article compares the caffeine contents of Coke, Diet Coke and other beverages and tells you how it could affect your health.                     What Is Caffeine ? Caffeine is a naturally-occurring chemical that acts as a central nervous system stimulant, enhancing alertness and fighting off fatigue. It can be found in the leaves, seeds and fruits of many plants and is especially prevalent in cocoa beans, tea leaves and coffee beans. It’s also commonly added to many products, including soft drinks, energy drinks and certain over-the-counter medications. Nowadays, caf...
Post a Comment
Read more

Man Wrongfully Jailed At 14 For The 1991 Murder Case of a Corrections Officer Breaks Down In Court As He's Exonerated After 27 Years

Man Wrongfully Jailed At 14 For The 1991 Murder Case of a Corrections Officer  Breaks Down In Court As He's Exonerated After 27 Years John Bunn, who was wrongfully convicted of the murder of a corrections officer when he wasexonerated ears-old, has been exonerated after 27 years, 17 of which was spent in prison. Jun Bunn's case was tried by a jury, testimony was given, and he was then convicted all in one day. All these years he maintained his innocence but that didn't stop him from spending 17 years in prison. As he was exonerated on Tuesday, tears flowed down his face and he railed about the crooked process that stole 27 years of his life. "They won't admit I'm an innocent man," said the emotional Bunn, now 41, as he clutched the hands of his lawyers in a Brooklyn courtroom. "Y'all had the wrong man this whole time and you have (someone) out there running free and y'all had no right to do what you did." John Bunn w...
Post a Comment
Read more