Mugger crocodile
A species of Crocodiles, Also known as Broad-snouted crocodile, Indian swamp crocodile, Indian crocodile, Persian crocodile Scientific name : Crocodylus palustris Genus : Crocodiles
Mugger crocodile, A species of Crocodiles
Also known as:
Broad-snouted crocodile, Indian swamp crocodile, Indian crocodile, Persian crocodile
Scientific name: Crocodylus palustris
Genus: Crocodiles
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Description
The mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris = "crocodile of the marsh"), also called the Indian, Indus, Persian, Sindhu, marsh crocodile or simply mugger, is found throughout the Indian subcontinent and the surrounding countries, like Pakistan where the Indus crocodile is the national reptile of Pakistan. It is one of the three crocodilians found in India, the others being the gharial and the saltwater crocodile. It is a medium-sized crocodil
General Info
Lifespan
60-70 years
Diet
Mugger crocodile is primarily a carnivorous species, with fish being the most integral part of its diet. It also partakes in opportunistic feeding, consuming invertebrates, reptiles, and mammals.
Appearance
Mugger crocodile is a large semi-aquatic reptile with a rugged, dark green or muddy brown body. It has a long, narrow snout filled with sharp teeth and a heavy-set body covered in tough, bony plates known as scutes. This animal possesses webbed hind feet and a powerful tail, which facilitates efficient movement in water. Please note that there are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Mugger crocodile typically exhibits nocturnal, solitary behavior, primarily hunting for fish, mollusks, and other small vertebrates in freshwater habitats. Exceptionally territorial, they use visual signals and physical aggression to maintain their dominion. During the breeding season, mugger crocodile construct large mound nests on the riverbank exhibiting uncharacteristic social interaction.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Crocodilians Family
Crocodiles Genus
Crocodiles Species
Mugger crocodile 
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