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Crocodiles have nostrils on the top of their snouts.

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How does a reptile get its oxygen?

Crocodiles and alligators breathe in the water by raising their head and snout above the waters surface. Since they do not have gills, they have to hold their breath underwater. When hunting, only their eyes and snout are visible, making them look like a piece of driftwood.


How do crocodiles breath on land?

They don't, any aquatic reptile needs to return to the surface to breathe after a while, the only creatures that can breather underwater are fish (and all their variants ie: sharks, stingrays etc)


Crocodile use what to breathe in the water?

Crocodiles have specialized muscles that allow them to open and close a flap in the back of their throat, called the glottis, allowing them to breathe while submerged underwater. They can hold their breath for extended periods of time by slowing down their metabolic rate and conserving oxygen.


A animal in a pond that breaths above water?

A Frog can breath in and out of water


Do frogs breath underwater aswell as above water?

NO. no they do not. -_-


Why do crocodiles lay in water with their heads just above the surface?

in order for them to see their prey


Can the elephant breathe under water?

Elepants can't breath under water. They can swim though and they can breath if they stick their trunk above the water.


What is it called when you are able to breath under water and above land?

Amphibious .


How can a dolphin stay under water without breathing?

Dolphins and Whales can stay under water for so long is because they have blowholes to come to the surface and get air. They can stay under water for quite a while before they need another breath at the surface:) Need more help... Just ask!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


What are Behavior adaptations of crocodiles?

Crocodiles have behavior adaptations such as being stealthy hunters, using ambush tactics to catch prey. They are also known for their ability to regulate body temperature by basking in the sun or cooling off in water. Additionally, crocodiles exhibit strong maternal instincts, with females fiercely protecting their nests and young.


Can crocodiles breath in water?

No, they don't have gills like fish so they can't filter the oxygen out of the water. They breathe air like mammals but lay eggs so they are reptillians. :)x


Why do crocodiles not migrate?

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