09/10/2025
Introducing the fascinating African Slender-snouted Crocodile! 🐊
Found in the forested rivers and wetlands of tropical Central and Western Africa, this species is named for its long and slender snout. These narrow jaws are adapted to extract prey such as fish and crustaceans from crevices and holes in the river.
An incredibly interesting behavior of this species is that they have been recorded climbing trees! Well, at least low hanging branches and angled trunks. While they do not have the physical ability to truly climb trees like leopards or monkeys, they have been documented using their jaws and claws to make their way to these elevated spots. It is theorized that this behavior allows for easier basking and provides better vantage points for surveillance of food and predators.
You can find our African Slender-snouted Crocodiles at the Gator Arena!
