I am really surprised that some didn't realize how many alligators there must be on a property the size of Disney and how necessary they are for the environment. They are an essential part of the ecosystem and wildlife of the area. Without them praying on nuisance animals and snakes the property would be overrun with animals that carry harmful diseases. As long as people are informed and educated they can avoid the alligators. It would be impossible to avoid the snakes, rats, raccoons and other small disease carrying animals that would get out of control without the alligators.
In the past Disney has had a successful program to control the size and numbers. I think this tragedy is down to people feeding the alligators so they are not only associating people with food but also drawn to the area in greater numbers for a handout meal. The real problem for Disney will come if it is proven they cut back (even the smallest amount) on their wildlife management program, just like they have in most other areas in the last few years, to save money. Or if they were cautioned in any way about the new water properties being built to make $$$ not being the best idea because it's allowing unmonitored guests (that didn't realize the danger and harm they were doing) to come into contact with these young gators who are now growing into dangerous predators.
