Zoo Keepers Undertake Deadly Task Of Raiding Alligator Nest For Eggs. Keepers at the Australian Reptile Park recently took on the risky task of raiding an alligator nest. The mission revealed over 20 eggs laid by Snaggletooth, a fiercely protective mother. These raids protect the eggs from extreme heat and cannibalistic adult alligators. The operation requires precision and teamwork to restrain the protective mother. Male alligators add to the danger, defending females during breeding season. The eggs are moved to incubators, shielding them from 40°C summer heat. Controlled temperatures in incubators determine the hatchlings' sex. This process ensures the survival and health of future alligator generations. Park Manager Billy Collett said, “Collecting alligator eggs is an adrenaline-pumping experience!”