Large Alligator Captured on Waccamaw River After Extensive Pursuit
Gator hunters successfully captured a 13-foot, 600-pound alligator after a challenging pursuit on the Waccamaw River.
Myrtle Beach Florence, SC, September 24, 2026 —
A significant alligator, measuring 13 feet in length and weighing approximately 600 pounds, has been successfully captured by a team of gator hunters. The challenging pursuit took place on the Waccamaw River.
The operation to secure the large reptile was described as difficult, indicating the skill and effort required by the hunters. Details regarding the specific methods used during the pursuit or the exact duration of the hunt were not provided.
The Waccamaw River is known for its diverse ecosystem and is home to a variety of wildlife, including alligators. The capture of an animal of this size highlights the presence of substantial populations within the waterway.
The hunter’s name or the name of the hunting organization involved in the capture was not disclosed. Furthermore, any specific reasons for the pursuit, such as population management, nuisance animal removal, or research purposes, were not specified in the available information.
The exact date of the capture was also not provided, limiting the timeline for this event. The weight of 600 pounds positions this alligator among the larger specimens recorded in the region, underscoring the nature of the accomplishment by the hunting team.
Further details concerning the post-capture process, such as the disposition of the alligator, were not made available.
Story summarized from the original created by By Terry Ward Terry.ward@myhorrynews.com on www.myhorrynews.com, see more information here.
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