BRAUNFELS, Germany — A picture of an alligator swimming in the Comal and Guadalupe rivers has gone viral on Facebook. There’s nothing to worry about, according to a post from the New Braunfels Police Department on Facebook.

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Do alligators live in the Guadalupe River?

Alligators in the Guadalupe River? Although sightings of alligators in the Guadalupe River are extremely rare, it has happened. When heavy rains hit Edge Falls Road above Guadalupe River State Park in 2016, a kayaker had the time of his life.

Are there water moccasins in the Guadalupe River?

Cottonmouths, or water moccasins, are common along the river in warmer weather. Floating in a tube below them, I was startled to see them in the trees above the river. I also came dangerously close to stepping on one of them once while walking along a river trail.

What rivers in Texas have alligators?

It can be found from the Sabine River in East Texas to Gulf of Mexico, across coastal marshes to the Rio Grande and west around Interstate 35 in Texas. At its most dense, the Gulf Coastal Plains contain about 120 counties in this region.

What animals are in the Guadalupe River?

Coyote; Gray Fox; Skunk; Raccoon; Opossum; Bobcat; Armadillo; White-tailed Deer; Raccoon; Opossum; Bobcat; Armadillo; This area is also home to a variety of smaller species. Guadalupe River State Park’s Birds of Guadalupe River and Honey Creek State Natural Areas can be downloaded (PDF).

Are there alligators or crocodiles in Canyon Lake?

Many people believe that alligators once roamed this waterway, but no sightings have been reported since the river’s temperature dropped and its clarity improved. The presence of alligators in Canyon Lake is currently unconfirmed by any solid evidence.

Does the Frio River have alligators?

Just beyond the grassy shore, we see a four-foot-long alligator (above). Upon further research, we discovered that this state park is also the final resting place for the American alligator west of the Mississippi.

How deep is the Guadalupe River?

Because the water released from Canyon Lake Dam is drawn from the 130-foot-deepest part of the lake, the temperature of the Guadalupe River below Canyon Lake Dam is colder than 52°F or 54°F on a year-round basis.

Are there smallmouth bass in the Guadalupe River?

The Guadalupe River in Texas is known for having some of the best fishing spots in the state. Rainbow trout, Guadalupe bass, smallmouth bass, sunfish, and Rio Grande perch are among the many species of fish that lure anglers from far and wide.

Does Canyon Lake have snakes?

There’s a good chance you won’t come across a poisonous snake in Canyon Lake, despite the fact that they’re all around you. The majority of snakes in Comal County prefer to hide out in the county’s rural areas, far from human habitation. When the Guadalupe River and Canyon Lake flood, they can be seen swimming freely.

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