Most dangerous facts about Alligators.

Alligators are large reptiles, members of the order Crocodilia. Alligators and crocodiles are, closely related, and people often confuse each other; However, these two reptiles are very different.

Alligators are distinguished by its wide, round snout and black color. In addition, its upper teeth can be seen even when its mouth is closed. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), crocodiles, on the other hand, can be seen with narrow, pointed snakes, a gray-green color, and only a fourth tooth on the lower jaw.

Size:

There are two different types of Alligator here, and they differ in size. According to the Smithsonian National Zoological Park, American crocodiles can grow up to 11.2 feet (3.4 m) long and weigh about half a ton (1,000 pounds or 454 kg). Chinese crocodiles are small, ranging from about 4.6 to 4.9 feet (1.4 to 1.5 m) long and usually weigh about 50 pounds. (22.7 kg).

Habitat:

According to the Smithsonian Zoo, the American crocodile lives in South America from North Carolina to Texas. These gators can be found in slow-flowing rivers, ponds, lakes, and swamps.

Chinese alligators live in eastern China, and they are confined to a small area in the basin of the Yangtze River near the Pacific Ocean, according to the St. Louis Zoo. They are traditionally found in rivers, lakes, ponds, and marshes, but are now mostly confined to stitches and ponds on agricultural lands. Most of their habitat has been converted to rice trees.

Diet:

Alligator does not think about eating. They are carnivorous, so hunting of any kind is food for these reptiles. Alligators eat fish, mollusks, birds, small mammals, and other reptiles. Although carnivores usually only eat meat, alligators will also feed on fruits.

Other facts:

The word "crocodile" comes from the Spanish word "El Lagarto", which means "lizard."

Although many people are afraid of crocodiles, these animals raise themselves and usually do not attack humans unless they are threatened.

The rough skin of a crocodile makes it look like a floating log, which is helpful when hunting.

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