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Nile Crocodile
Crocodylus niloticus
Least Concern reptile
Measurements
Shoulder Height
45 cm
1'6"
Body Length
5.0 m
16'5"
Weight
750 kg
1,653 lbs
About Nile Crocodile
The Nile crocodile is the largest freshwater predator in Africa. Reaching 5 meters in length and weighing 750 kg, they are responsible for more human fatalities than any other crocodilian.
Classification
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Crocodilia
- Family
- Crocodylidae
- Genus
- Crocodylus
Ecology
- Diet
- carnivore
- Habitat
- freshwater
- Continent
- Africa
Fun Fact
Nile crocodiles can hold their breath underwater for up to 2 hours while waiting for prey.
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