What is the main difference between alligators and crocodiles?

• Alligators have a wide snout, while crocodiles have a thinner snout

• Alligators live in salt water, while crocodiles live in fresh water

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What is the purpose of the bony plates on the bodies of alligators and crocodiles?

• To protect their bodies from predators

• To regulate their body temperature

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Where can you find both alligators and crocodiles in the wild?

• Southern Florida in the U.S.

• Northern Canada

How do crocodilians grab their prey?

• They use their sticky tongues to trap the prey

• They use their strong jaws to bite the prey

What is the largest crocodilian species?

• American Alligator

• Saltwater Crocodile

How do crocodilians protect their young?

• By building a nest on trees

• By carrying the hatchlings in their mouth to the water

What is the current status of the Morlets Crocodile?

• Least Concern

• Critically Endangered

What is the main diet of crocodilians?

• Plants and fruits

• Fish and mammals

How do crocodilians breathe and see while the rest of their body is underwater?

• They can hold their breath for long periods

• They have a transparent membrane to see underwater

What is the main difference in the appearance of alligators and crocodiles?

• Alligators have clear eyelids, while crocodiles have colored eyelids

• Alligators have a rounded snout, while crocodiles have a pointed snout

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