Alligator hunting season: 5 things to know

Florida's alligator hunt in public waters is Aug. 15 until Nov. 1. Here are five things to know:

• Apply early: Go to MyFWC.com for more information and to apply in May.
• Limited entry: About 15,000 hunters apply for about 7,000 annual permits.
• Take two: One permit allows a hunter to harvest two alligators.
• Trophy lake: The Stick Marsh in Indian River County has the largest average alligators harvested.
• State record: A 14 feet, 3½ inch alligator was harvested in Brevard County.

This article originally appeared on Treasure Coast Newspapers: Alligator hunting season: 5 things to know