Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center is an engaging wildlife attraction located at 14805 Gulf Boulevard in Madeira Beach, Florida, offering visitors a hands-on encounter with more than 250 animals, including over 60 alligators, 30 reptiles, freshwater and saltwater marine life, turtles, tortoises, lizards, and small mammals. A rare albino alligator and a giant tortoise named Rudolph are among the crowd favorites. Daily programs include the Large Alligator Show on Monday through Saturday at 3 PM, during which handlers interact with resident American alligators Chip and Fido, and Live Ray Feeding every day at 1 PM. Guests can participate in the Gator Encounter and Albino Alligator Training Encounter, and younger visitors have the opportunity to handle baby gators under expert staff supervision. The center provides an accessible and educational wildlife experience for families and curious visitors exploring Florida's Gulf Coast.
