A trio of young alligators is struggling to find refuge in a drying landscape. Ephemeral wetlands are vanishing due to drought, leaving limited options for these creatures. A small pool of water provides temporary sanctuary for a gator family, where a dozen young alligators cluster near their mother.

Further details about the impact of drought on wildlife are available from the Richard Moore Outdoor Report. The report highlights the struggles of animals in a parched environment. The drought is affecting wildlands, causing wetlands to steadily disappear, and leaving animals to search for remaining water sources.