ST. AUGUSTINE ALLIGATOR FARM, INC

What ST. AUGUSTINE ALLIGATOR FARM, INC does

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is a privately held zoological attraction in St. Augustine, Florida, operating on a single site at 999 Anastasia Blvd. The park is the only institution in the world housing all 23 living crocodilian species, an inventory of approximately 1,000 crocodilians distributed across 80 enclosures. Founded circa 1893 per the company's centennial history publication, with conflicting firmographic data indicating a 1972 incorporation date, the park combines wildlife exhibits, daily educational presentations, and adventure tourism. Core offerings include general admission, the Crocodile Crossing Zip Line, daily wildlife shows, structured education programs (group field trips, homeschool days, zoo camp for ages 6-10, junior zoologist camp for ages 10-14, teen internships), a professional Crocodilian Biology and Management course, animal encounter tours, and venue rental (birthday parties, team building, Zoo Nights, Zoo-on-the-Move off-site programs). Adjacent merchandise revenue is generated through a global animal-adoption e-commerce store (alligatorfarmshop.com) and on-site souvenir photography. The park holds AZA accreditation and participates in Species Survival Plans and the SAFE program across multiple threatened species including Chinese alligators, Cuban crocodiles, radiated tortoises, Komodo dragons, hooded vultures, and eastern indigo snakes.

Underlying operational technology centers on specialized animal husbandry and zoological management rather than software systems. Proprietary capabilities include the Crocodilian Station Training Program developed in 2005 - a protocol in which keepers station crocodilians at water lines for pelleted feeding, enabling health monitoring and behavioral observation - and Crocodilian Enrichment Programs spanning enclosure design, sensory stimulus, and dietary alternatives. Custom feed is a co-developed asset: the Mazuri Crocodilian Diet was formulated with Purina/Land O'Lakes as floating pelleted rations with controlled feeding and training applications. Notable research collaborations include joint work with the University of Florida's Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital on crocodilian bite force and training, with the Royal Veterinary College on crocodilian locomotion resulting in documented galloping in five species, with San Diego Zoo CRES on genetic banking of all 23 crocodilian species, and with the Wildlife Conservation Society on Chinese alligator reintroduction in China.

The business model is direct-to-consumer, monetizing a physical destination through eight revenue streams: one-time zoo admission tickets, annual memberships (subscription), Crocodile Crossing Zip Line tickets, fee-based animal encounters and tours, merchandise (animal adoption kits), on-site photography, food service, and venue rental for private events. Annual visitors exceed 200,000, and customer segments span tourists and the general public, school groups and educational institutions, conservation-minded individuals purchasing symbolic adoptions, and private event bookers. The park markets through its website, TikTok (@staugalligatorfarmzoo), community events (3K Raptor Run, Croctoberfest, Creatures of the Night, Night Market), educational programming, and earned media via National Geographic, Discovery Channel, and History Channel documentary appearances. The Alligator Farm Foundation independently supports 35+ conservation organizations worldwide, including the IUCN Crocodile Specialist Group and the Komodo Survival Program. No parent company, funding rounds, or M&A activity are evidenced in the available data.

Name

ST. AUGUSTINE ALLIGATOR FARM, INC

Legal name

St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park

Website

https://alligatorfarm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1893

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Augustine Alligator Farm is a private Florida zoological park, founded circa 1893 and the only institution globally housing all 23 living crocodilian species, serving tourists, school groups, and conservation donors via admission, memberships, education programs, and the Crocodile Crossing Zip Line attraction.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Zoological Park

NAICS

Zoos and Botanical Gardens (712130), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Zoos, Aquariums & Botanical Gardens (Educational Collections) (THAJADAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Zoo & Aquarium Parks (Ticketed Wildlife Attractions) (THAJAEAE), Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Parks & Reserves (Visitor Operations) (THAAAAAG)

Keywords

• Zoological park attractions
• Wildlife conservation programs
• Educational zoo programs
• Adventure zip line tours
• Animal adoption merchandise

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Augustine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Zoo Admission Tickets: Day passes for visitors to the zoological park, with tickets available online and at the gate. Daily wildlife shows included with admission.
2. Annual Memberships: Recurring membership program offering unlimited visits, discounts, newsletters, special events access, and photo membership options.
3. Crocodile Crossing Zip Line: Special experience ticket for zip line adventure over the zoo, offering eye-level views of tropical birds and crocodilians.
4. Animal Encounters & Tours: Fee-based interactive experiences and guided tours including behind-the-scenes access.
5. Animal Adoption Kits: Merchandise program selling adoption kits for specific animals (American Alligator, Red-knobbed Hornbill, Eastern Indigo Snake) with plush, photos, certificates, and newsletters. Limited edition items available.
6. Souvenir Photos: Photo packages capturing visitor experiences with animals.
7. Food Service: On-site snacks and dining operations for visitors.
8. Venue Rental: Birthday parties, zoo nights, team building events, and Zoo-on-the-Move mobile programs for private bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm operates a zoological park in St. Augustine, Florida that houses all 23 living species of crocodilians — the only facility in the world with this complete collection. The park sells admission tickets, annual memberships, a Crocodile Crossing zip line attraction, animal encounters and tours, education programs (zoo camps, field trips, homeschool days, teen internships), animal adoption kits, souvenir photos, on-site food service, and private venue rentals. It also participates in AZA Species Survival Plans and the SAFE conservation program, with revenue generated through ticketed experiences, memberships, merchandise, and event rentals.

Product overview

The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is a zoological park and tourist attraction in St. Augustine, Florida. It is the only place in the world with all 23 species of crocodilians on exhibit. The park operates as a unified attraction combining wildlife exhibits, daily shows, zip line experiences, education programs, and conservation initiatives. The core product is the zoological park itself, which visitors access via tickets or membership. Adjacent offerings include the Crocodile Crossing Zip Line adventure experience, structured education programs (zoo camps, field trips, teen internships), animal adoption packages, and venue rental for private events. The park also participates in AZA conservation programs including Species Survival Plans and the SAFE program for endangered species.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Crocodile Crossing Zip Line: Adventure zip line experience that runs over crocodilian enclosures, offering aerial views of the zoo's reptile collections

Products and services

• General Admission Tickets

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully bred critically endangered Chinese alligators and contributed offspring to reintroduction program in China
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Mazuri (Land O'Lakes Purina Feed)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative development of Mazuri Crocodilian Diet - custom pelleted feed formulated for balanced nutrition and palatability across all crocodilian species at the facility. Purina created specialized biscuits in various sizes that float for controlled feeding and training purposes.
• San Diego Zoo Center for Reproduction of Endangered Species (CRES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide genetic samples from all 23 crocodilian species for the Frozen Zoo program, which stores genetic material for potential future species reproduction and conservation efforts.
• Dr. Kent Vliet (University of Florida)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative research partner at University of Florida's Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Dr. Vliet has worked extensively on crocodilian bite force studies, training programs, and behavioral research at the facility.
• Dr. John Hutchinson (Royal Veterinary College)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration with biomechanics expert from Royal Veterinary College (formerly Stanford University) to study crocodilian locomotion and galloping behavior, documenting five species moving at high speed.
• Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Chinese alligator conservation and reintroduction program. Offspring from the zoo have been returned to China with radio transmitters and released into restored habitat, with ongoing monitoring.
• Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)coreOthersAccredited member institution participating in Species Survival Plans and SAFE programs. AZA membership represents professional standards for animal care, conservation, and education.
• Alligator Farm Foundation Conservation PartnersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation supports 35+ conservation organizations including IUCN Crocodile Specialist Group, Crocodilian Advisory Group, Fauna and Flora International, Turtle Survival Alliance, Komodo Survival Program, and regional bird and reptile conservation initiatives worldwide.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ZooTampa at Lowry Park: ZooTampa is an AZA-accredited mid-size regional zoo in Florida offering wildlife exhibits, education programmes, animal encounters, and zip-line experiences — directly comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm in scale, accreditation, and Florida tourist draw.
• Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens: Jacksonville Zoo is an AZA-accredited regional zoo in northeast Florida featuring reptile, bird, and mammal exhibits plus education and event programmes — directly comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm as a Florida regional zoological attraction serving tourists, families, and school groups.
• Gatorland: Gatorland is a Florida-based alligator and crocodile theme park in Orlando offering wildlife shows, zip-line-style experiences, and educational exhibits — the closest direct competitor to St. Augustine Alligator Farm in both product (crocodilian exhibits and wildlife shows) and customer (Florida tourists and families).
• Brevard Zoo: Brevard Zoo is an AZA-accredited regional zoo on Florida's Space Coast offering wildlife exhibits, education programmes, and aerial adventure experiences (zip line/aerial treks) — directly comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm in scale, Florida tourism positioning, and mix of education plus adventure attractions.
• Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens: Central Florida Zoo is an AZA-accredited regional zoo and botanical garden in Sanford, FL offering wildlife exhibits, education programmes, and adventure experiences — directly comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm in being a mid-size Florida zoological attraction with conservation and education programming.

Broad incumbents

• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a major Florida theme park operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment featuring animal exhibits, roller coasters, and zip-line/adventure experiences — a broad incumbent that overlaps St. Augustine Alligator Farm on wildlife exhibits, education, and adventure attractions but at significantly larger scale and broader scope.
• Disney's Animal Kingdom: Disney's Animal Kingdom is a massive Florida theme park built around zoological exhibits, conservation messaging, and adventure attractions (including Avatar Flight of Passage and similar thrills) — a broad incumbent that competes for the same family-tourist mindshare as St. Augustine Alligator Farm but operates at vastly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Everglades National Park (visitor operations): Everglades National Park visitor operations feature Florida wildlife viewing including alligators and crocodiles through airboat tours, exhibits, and education programmes — a broader incumbent destination competing for the same Florida wildlife-tourist demand as St. Augustine Alligator Farm, but at much larger scale and as a free public alternative.

Regional players

• Marineland Dolphin Adventure: Marineland Dolphin Adventure is a historic Florida marine animal attraction near St. Augustine offering animal encounters and education — comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm as a long-running Florida zoological attraction marketing animal encounters, shows, and family experiences to tourists in the northeast Florida corridor.
• SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium: SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium is a Florida ticketed aquatic attraction operated by Merlin Entertainments featuring aquaria exhibits and conservation messaging — a regional player comparable to St. Augustine Alligator Farm in offering ticketed wildlife/animal exhibits and education to Florida tourists, though focused on aquatic rather than crocodilian species.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• TikToktiktok.com/@staugalligatorfarmzoo
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st.-augustine-alligator-farm-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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