Washington National Cathedral Gargoyles: Alligator (39) in Washington, D.C. by Edward Ratti, Carl Tucker

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The Alligator gargoyle is a limestone sculpture on the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., carved by Edward Ratti from a design by Carl Tucker. It is one of many unique gargoyles that decorate the cathedral, serving both artistic and functional roles. Located near Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues NW, the cathedral is a notable Gothic Revival landmark accessible via the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station.