Reptile
Dwarf crocodile Facts
Osteolaemus tetraspis
- Lifespan
- Up to 70 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Dwarf crocodile Facts at a Glance
It belongs to the family Crocodylidae in the order Crocodylia. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Dwarf crocodile Conservation Status
Dwarf crocodile is listed here as Vulnerable. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Lifespan
- Up to 70 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Fun facts
- In a study in the Democratic Republic of the Congo the primary food item was fish, and in a study in Nigeria the primary food items were gastropods and crabs.
- The dwarf crocodile is a timid and mainly nocturnal reptile that spends the day hidden in pools or burrows, although it occasionally may be active during the day.
- They can survive for relatively long periods without food.
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