Nile crocodile
A species of Crocodiles, Also known as Ethiopian crocodile, Black crocodile Scientific name : Crocodylus niloticus Genus : Crocodiles
Nile crocodile, A species of Crocodiles
Also known as:
Ethiopian crocodile, Black crocodile
Scientific name: Crocodylus niloticus
Genus: Crocodiles
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Description
The Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) is an African crocodile, the largest freshwater predator in Africa, and may be considered the second largest extant reptile in the world, after the saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus). The Nile crocodile is quite widespread throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, occurring mostly in the central, eastern, and southern regions of the continent and lives in different types of aquatic environments such as lakes, rivers and marshlands. Althoug
General Info
Lifespan
70-100 years
Diet
Nile crocodile maintains a carnivorous feeding habit primarily reliant on fish, but is opportunistic, consuming reptiles, birds and mammals. It employs a strategy known as 'death roll' to dismember larger prey.
Appearance
Nile crocodile is a large, semi-aquatic reptile with a powerful, elongated body. Its skin is tough, bumpy, and primarily dark green-gray. The animal's back is lined with a double row of protruding scales. It has a broad, flat tail and a V-shaped snout filled with sharp teeth. Males are generally larger and possess broader heads than females. Young nile crocodile exhibit a more vibrant coloration, including dark spots and stripes, which fade as they mature.
Behavior
Nile crocodile are mainly nocturnal, semi-aquatic predators displaying territorial behaviors. They show exceptional parental care, notably females, which guard their nests aggressively. Hunting primarily involves strategic ambush techniques from water bodies, exploiting their natural camouflage. Nile crocodile primarily relies on body language to communicate their mood and dominance status.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Crocodilians Family
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Nile crocodile 
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