Crocodilian (Noun)
Meaning
Extant archosaurian reptile.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The saltwater crocodile is the largest extant crocodilian species, reaching lengths of over 23 feet and weighing over 1,000 pounds.
- There are 24 species of extant crocodilians, divided into three families: Crocodylidae, Alligatoridae, and Gavialidae.
- The Nile crocodile is a large and powerful crocodilian that inhabits rivers, lakes, and coastal areas in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Extant crocodilians are generally found in warm and tropical regions around the world, with the greatest diversity occurring in Southeast Asia and Africa.
- The Morelet's crocodile is a small to medium-sized crocodilian that is native to Mexico, Belize, and northern Guatemala.