They are the largest known species of gar and can grow to around 8 feet (2.4 meters). Related: 'True rarity': Gigantic ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Name: Alligator gar (Atractosteus spatula) Where it lives: Rivers, reservoirs and coastal ...

Please verify your email address. Alligator Gar A carnivorous fish with brilliant purple scales, the Alligator Gar is named after its long snout and rows of large teeth. Aquatic life flourishes in ...