Reptile

Broad-snouted caiman Facts Caiman latirostris

Reptile

The broad-snouted caiman (Caiman latirostris) is a crocodilian in the family Alligatoridae found in eastern and central South America, including the Pantanal habitat of Bolivia, Southeast Brazil, and Paraguay, as well as northern Argentina and Uruguay.

Diet: Upon hatching, the diet of the broad-nosed caiman consists mainly of small invertebrates it can find, such as beetles or arachnids.
Lifespan: Up to 58 years (maximum recorded longevity)

Classification

Family: Alligatoridae. Order: Crocodylia.

Broad-snouted caiman Conservation Status

Broad-snouted caiman is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Quick facts

Lifespan: Up to 58 years (maximum recorded longevity)

Fun facts

Its heart rate increases as the temperature increases and decreases when the temperature is lowered.
The broad-snouted caiman is ectothermic, depending on its external environment to regulate its body temperature.
The heat of the sun is absorbed through the skin into the blood, keeping its body temperature up.