👉 The term "Alligatoridae" is a family of alligators, which are aquatic mammals that belong to the order Carnivora and have a wide range of characteristics including their distinctive appearance and diet. These alligators primarily inhabit freshwater habitats such as rivers, lakes, and ponds, but they can also be found in saltwater environments, like oceans and estuaries. The family includes about 30 species, which are classified into two groups: the Alligatoridae Group and the