Dwarf Crocodile
Physical description: The muzzle of the dwarf crocodile is broad, blunt, and short; hence the name “Broadfronted.” It measures at about 1.20 meters in length; however, some have reached lengths of 1.50-1.80 meters. The dwarf crocodile gets its name because it is the smallest of all crocodiles. With the largest crocodile reaching lengths of 27 feet and weigh up to a ton, it is easy to see how a crocodile of about 3 feet could be dubbed “dwarf.”
Alligators and crocodiles are easily confused and exhibit several major physical differences. Alligators have broader heads and blunter snouts. Their lower teeth fit inside the edge of the upper jaw and cannot be seen when the lipless mouth is closed. The crocodile’s fourth tooth in each side of the lower jaw is located lying in a notch in the upper jaw and is always visible. The teeth are used for seizing and holding prey instead of for chewing. They are replaced continuously as new ones grow up, forcing old ones out.
Like all crocodiles, the dwarf has rigid teeth and tough scales, which cover the body. During early years of existence, the dwarf crocodile is yellow with a brown tint. The infant dwarf crocodile also has black spots on its belly and back. However, with age, the dwarf crocodile grows to resemble other forms of crocodiles in color. By maturity, the dwarf crocodile is dark brown or black. The scales become harder and the bony palates that protect the back are more dense.
RANGE: West Africa
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Edith Farrell
Simply a perfect photo of this small but wonderous creature. Fabulous! Edith
tarnyacox
OH WOW! Dennis, this is simply magnificent, an absoloutely brilliant image – I LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!
Adam Gormley
Hi Dennis, fantastic shot mate, perfect!
Heloisa Castro
fantastic
Smudger
wonderful work – steve *-))
suefel48
AWESOME!!!!.......Fantastic capture, Dennis!!!...... :-))
jinney
WOWE-HIS EYE LOOKS BLACK!
Great shot and awesome reflection!
Hes beautiful for -sure!...but Id be terrified being eyeball to eyeball with him!
-jinney
KatsEye
What a cool capture. Love the reflection in the water. Dennis this is the best. Wonderful and amazing job.
lcbirder
Beautiful reflection and I love the eyes!
Marvin Collins
Excellent!!
melant1017
Very, very cool, I love it :)
~A
Ginny York
This is a wild catch Dennis! Your alligater looks like a jewel. I love all the colors you caught in it and the relection makes you look twice…or maybe more. lol Love all the info too. Great work!
Jennifer Potter
Really incredible!!!
whalegeek
Which way is up??? Perfect clarity, terrific reflection and a beautiful image that draws in one’s eye.
Svetlana Sewell
All of your shots are amazing, will watch you!!!
Anthony Mancuso
great reflection, well done
wilde-child
All of your art is absolutely stunning! Ur really talented, have you taken all of your shots in USA?
Nature's Realm replied
wild-child (like the name), all of my pictures have been taken in North America (USA, Central America, Mexico and Canada). Many of the non-native animals to N. America were taken in zoological parks, game reserves, and a host of other locations. I saw your email and will reply soon (promise). – Dennis
wilde-child
y thanks :P, haha ill hold u up on that! hear from ya soon. you’ve gota b a pro rite?
Nature's Realm replied
wilde-child, I do not readily distinguish between pro and amateur. I do not do this for a living (yet) if that is what you mean. It is a passion on mine, but not one that brings home the bacon, if you know what I mean. – Dennis
wilde-child
wow haha as IF. i thought some of my pics were good but they’re nothing compared to yours. Do you sell your pictures though?
Nature's Realm replied
I have sold a few, and had a few published. I really have not aggressively tried to market myself to be perfectly truthful; as I said, it is a passion whereas simply gives me great pleasure and keeps the stress down in my life. I really appreciate your kind comments, and who knows, maybe I should take that extra effort judging by the many similar comments I have received regarding my photography. – Regards, Dennis
wilde-child
i think you should, dont let that tallent pass! lol, r u writing back to tht email?
handprintz
Fabulous capture and reflection
Norman Mueller
This is a breathtaking shot Dennis. You really inspire me.
LjMaxx
Great image & great information with it. Fantastic to see this really~
Renee Dawson
What a fascinating image. I love the reflections and that dark gorgeous eye!
zumi
What a great moment captured. And beautiful reflection! GREAT SHOT!!!!!!
Brandie1
Great closeup shot.
Love his eyes
Danielle Espin
Beautiful image, the darkness of its eye only adds to this photo. Lovely.
Liz Spittall
Perfect reflection, well composed!
Ann Van Breemen
Perfectly balanced image and a great capture, Dennis.:)
Adrian Kent 17 days ago
Astonishing photo, of to my favs!
Kasia Kotlarska 13 days ago
This is so cool!