Crocodiles
Crocodiles
are
big
reptiles.
They
look
similar
to
alligators.
You
have
to
look
closely
to
tell
them
apart.
Crocodiles
have
pointier
noses.
They
are
shaped
like
a
V.
Crocodiles
have
tough
skin.
They
are
usually
brown,
black,
green,
or
tan.
Their
eyes,
ears,
and
nose
are
on
the
top
of
their
heads.
Crocodiles
usually
live
in
tropical
areas.
They
can
often
be
found
in
the
water.
Many
crocodiles
live
in
swamps.
Crocodiles
are
predators.
They
eat
big
and
small
animals.
Sometimes
they
eat
frogs
and
birds.
Other
times
they
eat
animals
such
as
deer
or
zebras.
Crocodiles
lay
their
eggs
in
nests.
They
lay
around
50
eggs
at
a
time.
Crocodiles
can
live
for
more
than
60
years
in
the
wild.
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Crocodile Classification: Reptile
Diet: Carnivore
Endangered Status: Some species are Critically Endangered. -
Lightest Weight A dwarf crocodile weighs more than a full suitcase. -
Heaviest Weight A Nile crocodile is heavier than a soda vending machine.
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