West African slender-snouted crocodile - Wikipedia
The West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus), or slender-snouted crocodile, is a critically endangered species of African crocodile. [5] It is one of five species of crocodile in Africa, the other four being the Central African slender-snouted, Nile, West African and dwarf crocodiles.
Slender-snouted Crocodile - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
Slender-snouted crocodiles are unique members of the crocodilian family. They are from the deep forest areas of central and western Africa and are somewhat shy and secretive. Its trademark, and the reason for its name, is its long, slender snout. Inside its mouth are 64 to 70 meat-tearing teeth.
Mecistops - Wikipedia
Slender-snouted crocodiles are native to freshwater habitats in central and western Africa. They prefer highly vegetated bodies of water to hide from prey and potential predators. They are medium-sized crocodiles, typically slightly smaller than the Nile crocodile, but are larger than several other species of crocodilians. Adults are typically ...
Slender-Snouted Crocodile - Crocodiles Of The World
The Slender-snouted crocodile is a narrow-snouted, medium sized species native to freshwater habitats in central and western Africa. They are a very shy and secretive species and consequently in 1996 the IUCN rated them as ‘Data Deficient.’
African Slender-snouted Crocodile - The Maryland Zoo
Slender-snouted crocodiles are among the least studied and least known of the 24 crocodilian species, which include all alligators and crocodiles. Slender-snouted crocodiles are found in Central and West Africa, from Mauritania and Senegal to North Angola east to …
West African Slender-Snouted Crocodile - Animalia
The West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) is a critically endangered species of African crocodile. It is one of five species of crocodile in Africa. The scientific name cataphractus is retained for the West African species as that species was described first based on specimens from western Africa. The two species ...
African slender-snouted crocodile - Oregon Zoo
African slender-nosed crocodiles live in freshwater rivers and streams in the tropical forests of Central and West Africa. Slender-nosed crocodiles grow up to 13 feet long and weigh up to 500 pounds. Their skin is protected by scales, and their back scales are armored with bony plates. They have rows of razor-sharp teeth in powerful jaws.
Species Spotlight: The West African Slender-Snouted Crocodile
Jun 26, 2023 · West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) The slender-snouted crocodile can grow to approximately 13 feet long. This species has a narrow snout, which it uses to eat fish and small mammals. Its coloring tends to vary from dark tan to light olive, with dark flecking that creates a slightly patterned, mottled look.
Slender-Snouted Crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) - FaunaFocus
The slender-snouted crocodile is distinct from other crocodiles because of its thin, slender snout. This nocturnal reptile is endemic to central Africa and can be found within neritic and coastal waters and along shorelines. As an ambush predator, this species waits submerged underwater with just its eyes and nostrils visible.
West African Slender-snouted Crocodile - EDGE of Existence
The West African slender-snouted crocodile is a unique, elusive and poorly-known crocodilian. The crocodile has a long, slender snout which is perfectly adapted for capturing fish—the main source of food for the species.