Genus

Alligator

2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 65 years (Chinese alligator) to 77 years (American alligator).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
65–77 yr
Longest: American alligator
Median GC
44.5%
Range 43–46.0%
Median mtDNA size
16,696 bp

Where Alligator species sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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Species in Alligator

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Species in Alligator
Alligator mississippiensisAmerican alligator77 yr16,646 bp43.03%
Alligator sinensisChinese alligator65 yr16,746 bp45.98%