The alligators that supposedly infest New York City’s sewer system may be the city’s most entrenched urban myth. And the tales are “sort of true,” a recent New York Times article reports:
The city rescues several alligators a year, typically former pets that have been abandoned after having outgrown their cute phase.
With every new sighting, the legend gets another boost.
What myths and legends circulate around your hometown or school? How did they start? As far as you know, is there any truth to them? Do you believe them? Have you, personally, ever seen any evidence of these tall tales?
Tell us in the comments, then read the related article to find out more about the alligators in New York City’s sewers.
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