Does Puerto Rico have elephants?
Does Puerto Rico have elephants? The inside story of how Puerto Rico lost its only elephant Mundi the African elephant was the pride of Puerto Rico's only zoo. But her fate became entangled in the island's recent struggles with natural disasters and a debilitating debt crisis.
What happened to the monkeys in Puerto Rico?
Over the years, generations of monkeys have descended from that original colony, and today those descendants roam freely around the island, playing on its sandy beaches and exploring its endless canopy of trees.
Does Puerto Rico have alligators?
There are also 9 mangrove areas in Puerto Rico and the list of reptiles in PR does not include alligators or crocodiles (although I found some conflicting news reports). I see that Charlie has already shown that there may be a few cypress swamps that don't have alligators if you go far enough north and inland.
Is it safe to swim in the ocean in Puerto Rico?
Even on a calm day, rip currents can develop around piers, jetties, and groins. It's best to avoid swimming near these if possible.