What special abilities do crocodile have?

Answer 1

Crocodiles are the largest and the heaviest of present-day reptiles. The largest representatives, the Nile Crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) of Africa and the estuarine(saltwater) crocodile (C. porosus) of Australia, attain lengths of up to 6 metres (20 feet) and weigh over 1,000 kg (about 2,200 pounds). Some fossil forms (such as Deinosuchusand Sarcosuchus) may have been between 10 and 12 metres (33 and 40 feet) long. In comparison, the smallest species, Paleosuchus and tetraspis, reach about 1.7 metres (about 6 feet) in length as adults.

All crocodiles have a relatively long snout, or muzzle, which varies considerably in shape and proportion. The scales that cover most of the body generally are arranged in a regular pattern, and thick, bony plates occur on the back. Families and genera are primarily distinguished by differences in skull anatomy. Species are identified principally by the proportions of the snout; by the bony structures on the dorsal, or upper, surface of the snout; and by the number and the arrangement of the scales.

Answer 2

There are several adaptations a crocodile has to its environment.

1 - The eyes and nose are high on its head to enable it to breathe and also see prey the crocodile remains largely hidden under water.

2 - The body is well suited to the water with a long body and a good streamline shape. It has webbed feet and a strong broad tail used in swimming.

3. The teeth are large and the jaw strong for capturing prey.

Answer 3

It has sharp teeth and they have an extra pair of eyelid.

Answer 4

The crocodile's main features are:

It's big mouth full of teeth,

It's scaly skin,

It's big size,

And it's immense tail.

Answer 5

Lying in wait, quietly and patiently for the prey to move within reach.