A TikTok video shows a man in South Georgia calling an alligator by name from a pond. The alligator, which the man says has only one eye, appears to swim toward him in response. The video has drawn attention online, with viewers commenting on the unusual interaction.
The video opens with a man speaking to the camera. He says he just arrived at a pond to fish on a Sunday afternoon. He then states, “Oh, no alligator.” In the clip, he says he will call the animal in. He calls out, “Come on, Priscilla! Come on, girl!”
The man explains that the alligator is named Priscilla. He says, “Priscilla only has one eye too, so that’s how I know it’s her.” He tells viewers to wait because she is coming.
Man describes alligator as his ‘pond pet’
The video shows a wider shot of a green pond surrounded by trees. A small alligator is seen swimming toward the edge of the water. The man’s voice is heard off-screen, saying, “She just comes up here, hangs out while we fish.” He adds, “Maybe she’ll turn around so you can see her bad eye. Hey girl.”
The video’s on-screen text at the beginning reads “Pond pet.” The video’s public caption states, “South GA rips #fyp #pond #lizard #alligator #pet.” The man in the video does not provide further details about how long he has known the alligator or the circumstances of their relationship.
The interaction is presented as a casual encounter. The man does not express fear or surprise. He speaks to the alligator in a calm, encouraging tone throughout the clip. The alligator is shown moving steadily through the water toward the bank where the man is presumably standing.
Video sparks varied reactions in comments
The video has received numerous comments from viewers. One commenter wrote, “Am I jealous of Priscilla because nobody has called me ‘baby girl’ lately? Don’t be ridiculous! (Yes. Yes I am.)” Another viewer simply commented, “Thats a pond puppy.”
Other comments referenced pop culture. One person wrote, “Ummm… Betty White 1999 Lake Placid??????” Another commenter engaged playfully with the video’s content, stating, “Is my name Priscilla? Nope! Am I on my way? Yep.”
Some comments offered suggestions. One viewer wrote, “Throw her a few chicken legs.” Another comment read, “If you’re not careful I may show up.” The comments reflect a mix of amusement, surprise, and lighthearted engagement with the video’s content.
The video does not show the man feeding the alligator or making physical contact with it. The interaction consists solely of him calling to it and it swimming in his direction. The man maintains his position on the bank while filming the alligator’s approach through the water.
