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Smile: American Crocodile (Crocodylus acutus)

An American Crocodile (Crocodylus acutus) at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida. The U.S. population of this species in South Florida is estimated to be about 2000 individuals and growing but they are a Vulnerable species. American Crocodiles are among the largest of the Crocodile species. A male can grow up to 20 ft. in length. In Florida they also coexist with alligators.

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Uploaded on September 8, 2024
Taken on May 13, 2024