Freshwater Crocodile
The Freshwater Crocodile is a species of crocodile native to the rivers and billabongs of northern Australia. It is a smaller and less aggressive crocodile than its saltwater cousin.
The Freshwater Crocodile is an ambush predator that preys on a variety of animals, including fish, frogs, and other small animals. It is a vital part of its ecosystem, as its presence helps to control the populations of its prey.
Freshwater Crocodile
Classification
Reptilia > Crocodilia > Crocodylidae > Crocodylus > C. johnstoni
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
6 - 10 feet
(1.8 - 3 m)
Average Weight
50 - 100 lbs
(23 - 45 kg)
Average Life Span
40 - 50 years
Gestation Period
70 - 80 days
Did You Know?
The Freshwater Crocodile is native to northern Australia.
Unlike some of its larger relatives, the Freshwater Crocodile is not considered dangerous to humans.
They have a narrow snout and slender teeth, which are well-suited for catching fish, their primary diet.
Freshwater Crocodiles can live for up to 50 years in the wild.
They are nocturnal hunters and spend their days basking in the sun.
Female Freshwater Crocodiles lay their eggs in nests dug in sandy banks, and the sex of the hatchlings is determined by the incubation temperature.
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