Zoology of the ZooPl. LXII
American crocodile
Crocodylus acutus
Reptilia · Crocodylia · Crocodylidae
Fig. 1. American crocodile
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 3-4 m |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 400 kg |
| Food | Carnivore |
| Lifespan | About 50-70 years |
| Society | Solitary |
| Habitat | coastal, wetland |
| Range | North America, South America |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
South Florida is the only place in the US where both crocodiles and alligators live.
Observe: Look for the narrow V-shaped snout and teeth showing when the mouth is closed.