About This Animal

• Where they live: Nile crocodiles are found in rivers, lakes, and marshes across Africa.
• Size: They can grow up to 6 meters (20 feet) long—about as long as a bus!
• Heavyweights: Adult crocodiles can weigh over 900 kilograms (2,000 pounds).
• Top predators: Nile crocodiles eat fish, birds, and even large animals like zebras.
• Big teeth: They have about 64-68 sharp teeth to catch and hold their prey.
• Ambush hunters: Crocs love to hide underwater with only their eyes and nose above the surface.
• Super swimmers: They swim fast using their long tails to move through the water.
• Egg protectors: Mother crocs lay up to 50 eggs in nests on riverbanks and guard them.
• Long life: Nile crocodiles can live up to 70-100 years.
• Stay safe: Crocodiles aren’t friendly pets—they can be very dangerous if disturbed!

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