The ancient guardian
Wild alligators have lived in the Southeastern wetlands for over 8 million years
They are fierce, grounded, and regenerative
Their bellies rest close to the Earth, while their movements through water show ease and grace
They carry ancient knowledge, resilience, and the power to begin again
Wild specimens continue to grow throughout their lives
Some reach over 15 feet in length and weigh up to 1000 pounds
They can live up to 50 years in the wild and have the strongest bite force ever recorded in a living animal
A symbol of balance
The alligator is revered across cultures
To Native American tribes, it represents purification, duality, and protection
It is associated with the second chakra, Swadhisthana, which governs emotion, creativity, and sacred union
Its back, marked with ridged peaks, was seen as a cosmic map
Its body bridges water and land
Its spirit transforms chaos into clarity
It reminds us to ground, release, and begin again
"A creature shaped by time, refined by earth, and protected through collective will and care"
