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This is because the nest is built away from the water source, so the nest is not flooded. Carrying the babies is the easiest way to get the babies the water quickly. The female crocodile also has the ability to 'lock' her mouth so she doesn't crush the babies with her teeth.

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Many reptiles do like alligators (garter snakes are another example) and will take their young into their mouths to protect them from danger.

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the crocodiles eat and put the baby a side to find food

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