The dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis), also known as the African dwarf crocodile, broad-snouted crocodile (a name more often used for the Asian mugger crocodile) or bony crocodile, [5] is an African crocodile that is also the smallest extant (living) species of crocodile.

2025年1月23日 · The dwarf crocodile is the world’s smallest living crocodile, inhabiting swamps and freshwater streams in western and central Africa. The species grows to a maximum length of 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) and a maximum weight of 45.4 kg (100 pounds).

2024年5月27日 · The Dwarf Crocodile is the smallest species of crocodile in the world and is also one of the most distinctive with a short, broad snout and tough scales that cover their entire black body (most crocodiles do not have such armored scales on their underside).

The dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis), also known as the African dwarf crocodile, broad-snouted crocodile (a name more often used for the Asian mugger crocodile) or bony crocodile, is an African crocodile that is also the smallest extant (living) species of crocodile.

4 天之前 · Unveiling the Secret Habitats of Dwarf Crocodiles: A Comprehensive Guide. The dwarf crocodile ( Osteolaemus tetraspis) calls the tropical forests of western Africa home. More specifically, these fascinating reptiles reside in the mangrove swamps, rainforests, and slow-moving rivers and streams that crisscross the region. They are a vital part of these ecosystems, playing a crucial role in ...

The African Dwarf Crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis), also known as the Dwarf Crocodile, is the smallest crocodile species found predominantly in the dense rainforests of Central and West Africa. Characterized by its short snout and armored skin, this nocturnal reptile typically grows to about 5 feet in length, showcasing a dark, often black ...

2024年2月21日 · The dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis) may be the smallest of all members of crocodiles, but one should not be deceived by its small size. This amazing reptile lives in thick tropical forests and slow-moving water in West and Central Africa, which makes it a …

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."

Habitat destruction is believed to be the biggest threat to the survival of this species. The Dwarf crocodile is found in parts of sub-Saharan West Africa and West Central Africa.