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because it is so successful. It has not significantly evolved because it doesn't need too; its tough, agile and can survive for large periods of time without food. It is the ultimate predator in its environment.

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Q: How did the crocodile survive for 70 million years?
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Crocodile life span?

== == Depending on the species of crocodile, their lifespans usually range from 45 to 100 yrs; though 75 seems to be the average. Type "crocodile average lifespan" into Google to see or yourself. Below, I have added a link to Google in case you want to check it out.They live 70 years in average


Average length of crocodile?

Males often grow 11 to 16 feet long and weigh 500 lbs, though records of even larger crocodiles have been reported: some huge males stretching 18 feet (or more) and weighing over 1800 lbs. Females are generally smaller in size, by about 30% of the male croc's mass and length.


What is the estimated average lifespan of a crocodile?

Saltwater crocodiles live about 70 years on average but have been known to live up to 100 years.


How old is the oldest living alligator snapping on record?

the oldest crocodile recorded was captured by Steve Irwin and his dad. it was 140 when it died.Crocodiles can live from 20 to 100 years, but the average lifespan of a crocodile is 70 years.The average life span of a healthy adult is about 30 to 40 years, but can be considerably longer. Crocodiles of the largest saltwater species may live for up to 100 years.Medium to large species of crocodile are capable of attaining at least 50 to 75 years (when disease, starvation and predation have been avoided).The oldest living crocodilians appear to be the largest species - Crocodylus porosus (AKA: The Saltwater or Estuarine Crocodile), which are estimated to live around 70 years on average, but there is evidence that some individuals may even exceed 100 years.Measuring the longevity of crocodiles can be very difficult, because they live for such a long time. They can live as long (or longer!) as us, so reliable age records are more difficult to come by.The oldest crocodile reportedly died in 1997 at a zoo in Russia, aged 115 years old. Although this this story is not verified entirely, there is good evidence to suggest that it is true (the crocodile was originally captured in the 1890's as a 5 to 10 year old juvenile).Known affectionately as "Mr. Freshy", the male freshwater crocodile at the Australia Zoo is 'estimated' to be 130 years old. However, there is no reliable way to accurately measure their age. Crocodylus porosus, a large saltwater crocodile, is estimated to average 70 years in the wild, with some individuals exceeding 100 years.See the related link listed below for more detailed information:


Are hamsters endangered?

No they are not endangered.No, hamsters were discovered over 70 years ago and breed with large litters, they tend to survive if the mother has not already eaten them.Yes, but only in the wild.

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What is the crocodile's life span?

till 70 years


How long can crocodiles live up to?

A crocodile can live from 60-70 years approximately.


Did monkeys and other animals live in prehistoric times?

primates and possums have been on earth for 70 million years but monkeys evolved around 60/50 million years ago and 50 million years ago there horses the size of cats and dogs there was hedgehogs as well and whale that looked a bit like a cross between an otter and a crocodile


How many people died in the Hawaiian volcano disaster 70 million years ago?

None. There were no people 70 million years ago, nor was there a Hawaii.


When did mosasaurs live?

70 million years ago


How many years do crocodiles live?

Crocodiles in general live up to 90 years, and grow up to two tons.


When did the dinosaurs live on earth?

From about 180 million years ago until about 65 million years ago.


A crocodiles lifespan?

45 - 100 years, depending on the particular species.


How long have parrots been around for?

70 million years


What year was the avimimus born?

Around 70 million years ago.


How long does the crocodile usually live?

Most crocodiles live from 70 to 80 years old but the oldest one ever reported lived to 115 years old.


What is the weight of a dwarf crocodile?

40-70 ibs.