Today, what I want to share with you is the large crocodile species in the Western Hemisphere, which differs from other crocodiles in that it has a wider mouth. Speaking of which, have you guessed it?

Hahaha~ That's it - the American alligator. Let's take a look at the related information together!

I. Basic information

【Chinese name】American Alligator

【Latin name】Alligator mississippiensis

【English name】 ]American alligator

[Another name] American alligator, Mi River crocodile

[Kingdom] Animalia

[Door] Chordate

【Subphylum】Vertebrate Subphylum

【Class】Reptiles

【Subclass】Diporia

【Order】Crocodiles

[Family] Alligatoridae

[Genus] Alligator

[Species] American Alligator

2. Appearance characteristics

The juvenile American alligator has bright yellow stripes on its back, and as adults, the color of the body gradually changes to dark black; the tail is longer, which is the length of the body. One-half, can play a role in stabilizing the body; although the teeth cannot be chewed, they are weapons to subdue the enemy; the lower teeth can perfectly fit in the depression of the upper jaw.

III. Habits

1. Habitat

American alligators live in the United States from Carolina to Florida and the Gulf Coast. They prefer to stay in freshwater environments such as ponds, swamps, rivers, and wetlands.

2. Eating habits

The juveniles of American alligators mainly eat some fish, insects and snails; the adults mainly eat some fish, turtles, birds and other reptiles, etc. .

3. Reproduction

The American alligator's reproduction is oviparous. Female crocodiles can lay 20-70 eggs at a time.

Well, the introduction of the American alligator, the editor will stop here! Do you guys understand? If you have anything to say, please leave a message in the comment area~