Description of a crocodile

Answer 1

Crocodiles have a body covering of scaly skin. All reptiles have scaly skin. They do not have individual scales like fish do.

This tough, scaly skin is called scute or osteoderms.

Answer 2

A crocodile is a large reptile with a long body, thick skin, powerful jaws, and sharp teeth. They are excellent swimmers and are often found in freshwater habitats like rivers, lakes, and swamps. Crocodiles are carnivorous predators that hunt and ambush their prey near the water's edge.

Answer 3

A crocodile is a green amphibian with sharp teeth and a long tail. They can grow to be over 10 ft. long, and are known to be aggressive. It is best to avoid them if at all possible.

Answer 4

It has a body covering of scales.

Answer 5

Rubberlike hard scales.

Answer 6

• scales

Answer 7

Reptiles have scales.

Answer 8

Correct.

Answer 9

scute

Answer 10

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