What's happened
Alligators in North Carolina and Texas have been seen seemingly frozen in ice, but they are actually alive and using a survival technique to endure the cold.
Why it matters
The survival technique of alligators in freezing temperatures is a rare and fascinating adaptation, providing insight into their ability to endure extreme conditions.
What the papers say
The Independent highlights the rare glimpse at the adaptation of alligators to survive the cold, while Gulf News emphasizes the excitement of witnessing the phenomenon and the survival strategy of the cold-blooded animals. AP News and NY Post also provide similar coverage of the survival technique of alligators in freezing temperatures.
How we got here
The recent cold weather in North Carolina and Texas has led to the rare phenomenon of alligators using a survival technique to endure freezing temperatures.
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