The gator was found Tuesday in the 3300 block of South Shore Boulevard, not far from Marina Bay Drive, according to police.
Video shows the reptile was apprehended peacefully.
Just last month, another alligator was spotted soaking up the sun at Houston's Buffalo Bayou Park.
According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, we're currently in the peak of alligator breeding season.
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