A crocodile may be able to swallow fish whole. But, for anything larger, the crocodile must grip onto a part of the prey and spin until a piece of flesh is ripped off and then swallowed. This is because the crocodile doesn't have shearing teeth.
Whatever they catch
Crocodiles (as well as alligators) find food primarily by making use of their well-designed anatomy. With the bulk of their long bodies hidden below the water's surface and only their nostrils and eyes above it, crocodiles patrol the rivers and lakes within their territory until they come across prey. Unseen, they may approach within striking distance and then attack.
crocodiles hunt in the dark and catch fish The crocodiles wait for their food to come by. The Crocodiles have sensory organs located around their mouths. So they move their heads from side to side waiting for prey to come within distance of their sensory organs. When they are activated the Crocodile attack.
Crocodiles will kill and eat lions as they see the lion as a potential food item. Lions, on the other had, will also kill crocodiles for the same reason.
Yes. Crocodiles drown their prey and then others will hold on to the carcass, while one does the 'death roll' to tear off chunks of meat.
Whatever they catch
Crocodiles eat a variety of food animals - basically anything that strays into their territory is regarded as food - even members of their own species !
There are no crocodiles in the Okefenokee Swamp - just American Alligators.
Crocodiles (as well as alligators) find food primarily by making use of their well-designed anatomy. With the bulk of their long bodies hidden below the water's surface and only their nostrils and eyes above it, crocodiles patrol the rivers and lakes within their territory until they come across prey. Unseen, they may approach within striking distance and then attack.
Crocodiles play a large part in their food chain because they are the main predator.
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Crocodiles can leap out of the water for food which can be amusing but they can't shake, sit, or heel.
crocodiles hunt in the dark and catch fish The crocodiles wait for their food to come by. The Crocodiles have sensory organs located around their mouths. So they move their heads from side to side waiting for prey to come within distance of their sensory organs. When they are activated the Crocodile attack.
Crocodiles stays from estuaries to protect themselves because whales sometimes swim near estuaries and they eat crocodiles for their food.
Crocodiles will kill and eat lions as they see the lion as a potential food item. Lions, on the other had, will also kill crocodiles for the same reason.
Crocodiles are carnivorous reptiles that primarily feed on a diet of fish, birds, and mammals. They are opportunistic hunters, using their powerful jaws to catch and consume prey that comes near the water's edge. Depending on their size and habitat, they may also eat smaller reptiles and amphibians. In some cases, larger crocodiles may scavenge on carrion when other food sources are scarce.