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Crocodylus acutus
Photo take in a mangrove area near the coast. A large lizard-shaped reptile, the crocodile closely resembles the alligator. Hatchlings are about 23 centimeters in length; adults may grow to 4.5 meters or larger. Florida crocodiles may be distinguished from alligators by their more slender build and their difference in snout shape The crocodile's snout tapers forward from the eyes while the alligator's snout is untapered and rounded at the end.
They live in coastal areas throughout the Caribbean, and occur at the northern end of their range in south Florida. They live in brackish or saltwater areas, and can be found in ponds, coves, and creeks in mangrove swamps. The adult crocodile's diet includes fish, crabs, birds, turtles, snakes, and small mammals
Spotted on Jan 11, 2012
Submitted on Jan 11, 2012
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