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Morelet's Crocodile reptiles

Morelet's Crocodile -
Morelet's Crocodile Stats
Scientific Name:  Crocodylus moreletii
Family:  Crocodylidae
Adult Size:  Up to about 11 feet
Range:  Mexico, Guatemala and Belize
Habitat:  Freshwater and brackish waters
Morelet's Crocodile Species Profile

What Morelet’s crocodiles lack in size is somewhat made up for by their pugnacious nature. They prefer to avoid encounters with humans, but when cornered or attacked, their agility and accuracy in biting and maneuvering is unsurpassed their clan. Their wild numbers have dwindled severely from overharvesting due to the desirability of their skins when processed for fashion products.




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