OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaCrocodiles are large reptiles that have been around since the time of the dinosaurs. They have long, pointy snouts and lots of sharp teeth. Crocodiles are powerful hunters that live in warm places.
Crocodiles have tough, scaly skin and a long snout filled with sharp teeth. You can sometimes see their teeth even when their mouth is closed! Crocodiles have short legs, a long body, and a powerful tail.
Crocodiles live in warm places
like Africa, Australia, and South America. They spend most of their time in the water. Crocodiles are very good at hiding with just their eyes and nose above the surface.
- Crocodiles have been around since the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years!
- They cannot chew their food, so they swallow it in big chunks.
- Mother crocodiles are very caring and gently carry their babies to the water in their mouths.
