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Crocodile Facts

Crocodylus niloticus

Discover fascinating facts about crocodiles — habitat, diet, lifespan, and more!

🔬 Scientific Classification

kingdom
Animalia
phylum
Chordata
class
Reptilia
order
Crocodilia
family
Crocodylidae
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Habitat

Rivers and wetlands in Africa

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Diet

Carnivorous (fish, antelope, zebra)

Lifespan

70–100 years

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Size

Up to 6 m, 1,000 kg

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Conservation

Least Concern

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Scientific Name

Crocodylus niloticus

💡 Fun Facts About Crocodiles

  • 01They swallow stones to help digestion and buoyancy.
  • 02They can hold their breath underwater for over an hour.
  • 03Crocodiles can go months without eating after a large meal.
  • 04Crocodiles have the strongest bite of any living animal.

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