The People of Swamp People

So who are these crazy guys of Swamp People that head into the swamps of Louisiana to catch a gator or two. Well I did some research and have came across there names and will list them all here for your viewing pleasure.

Albert "Butch" Knight
Butch does a little bit of everything, from trapping alligators to building boats to welding. To top it all off, he owns his own trucking company and can often be found at the helm of his 18-wheeler. The one thing he can't do is swim, but that's never stopped him from hopping in his boat and zipping through the waters around beautiful Avoca Island, which just happens to be known for the enormous alligators that live there and call it home.


During hunting season, Butch teams up with his two sons, Kenwood and Anthony, and often brings a grandkid or two along for the ride. Butch is one of 14 siblings, and all but one live nearby, so there's never a shortage of family members around. The Knights are a close-knit family that loves a good wholesome prank, a cold beer and the oddly unique experience of swamp living.

Junior and William Edwards

hardcore swampers, Junior Edwards and his son William spend their days out on the water throughout the year. They truly live off the land, taking full advantage of the swamp's bountiful resources, including its crawfish, crabs, deer, frogs and buffalo fish. The independent swamper lifestyle agrees with Junior; the one time he tried working for someone else, he only lasted two weeks. But that doesn’t mean he doesn't possess an incredible work ethic. Every morning, he leaves home by 5:30 for a long day of trapping and selling his catch. In the evenings, he and his wife Theresa do everything they can to prepare for the next season, such as making nets for buffalo fishing. Now William is carrying on the family tradition, sharing the tricks of the trade with his own young children as well.

Mike Kliebert

Mike was literally raised among the gators, growing up on the alligator and turtle farm his father founded about 50 years ago. He still lives there with his wife, two sisters and brother-in-law, Bruce Mitchell. While many similar establishments breed alligators indoors, the Kliebert Farm takes a more natural approach, keeping its resident animals in outdoor ponds. Some of the gators who live there are 50 years old and up to 12 feet long.
Tending the farm is backbreaking work, so Mike takes every opportunity to hunt wild gators in rivers, bayous and marshes. A man of many talents, he spends the little free time he has building boats, repairing engines and brewing his own beer and wine.

Bruce Mitchell

Bruce runs the Kliebert Turtle & Alligator Farm, working closely with his brother-in-law, Mike Kliebert. He's been living on the farm compound for roughly 25 years. In addition to raising reptiles, Bruce and Mike hunt and process wild gators, selling the meat and other parts to various customers. Their goal is to waste nothing and remain self-sufficient at all times.

Joe LaFont and Tommy Chauvin

It's no surprise that Joe LaFont and his stepson, Tommy Chauvin, are known to all as "Trapper Joe" and "Lil' Trapper." Whether it's alligators, shrimp, muskrats or the giant swamp rodents called nutria, these guys are experts in the art of trapping. They also excel at living it up, especially when they take their neighbors' party bus out for a spin.

Troy and Jacob Landry

Troy Landry is the quintessential Cajun swamp man. From November to August, he makes his living in the crawfish industry, buying from local fishermen and distributing throughout Louisiana. But when September rolls around, it's all alligators all the time. Troy and his son, Jacob, spend their days hunting wild gators and running a huge warehouse where local trappers can store their catches. At night, they fry up fresh alligator meat on Troy's houseboat or take their boat on a bayou pub crawl, stopping at all their favorite watering holes. Thanks in part to his frequent parties, Troy is one of the most prominent residents of Pierre Part, his hometown, and his son seems to be following in his footsteps.

Clint Landry

Though of no relation, Clint Landry works closely–and parties hard–with his friends Jacob and Troy Landry. He also owns a turtle farm and camp where he and his buddies like to swim in the alligator-infested bayou and play pranks on each other.

There you have it. The people of Swamp People. They are an eventful and unique bunch.