Swimming with the alligators

The man who swims in a swimming pool full of man-eating alligators

It’s a hot and sunny in Florida and is an excellent day for a long relaxing swim. At least this is my plan in such conditions not for the Sean Meanning is not. He is an employee of Jungle Island Zoo in Florida where his attributions are a little different from the others.

Sean Meanning is part of an show named “Gator X-treme” which is a unique show in the world where nine foot long man eating alligators swimming together with him.

Sean Manning shows no fear and carries no protection during the show despite the danger and the unpredictable creatures. For him this “game” is a mode to relax and work in the same time.

He said: “I gauge the gator and try to get a feel for its mood. If it looks like it is going to go then I must decided to end that gator’s involvement in the display or unfortunately mine. It’s a risk but I am not looking to go just yet.”

Just bobbing around: The predator seems relaxed in Sean's company

Nose to nose