It’s estimated that between 1,500 and 2,000 crocodiles currently live in Florida, with even more found throughout South America. While there’s no definitive number for each habitat, there’s one thing ...

Lawrence Henrique is being lauded as Jamaica’s ‘crocodile guardian’ due to his dedication to saving the nation’s American crocodile population. The species has been declining for years, but Henrique ...

Crocodiles are ancient reptiles that have existed since the time of dinosaurs, with their ancestors dating back over 200 million years. While they have retained many primitive features, crocodilians ...

Coming from the reptile order known as Crocodilia, there are multiple similarities between crocodiles and alligators. They're both ectothermic, meaning they rely on external heat sources to regulate ...

MIAMI (AP) — American crocodiles, once headed toward extinction, are thriving at an unusual spot — the canals surrounding a South Florida nuclear plant. Last week, 73 crocodile hatchlings were rescued ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American It’s difficult today to work out which name ...

Crocodiles must go to great lengths to provide for themselves in the wild. They camouflage themselves in the water and ...

Most animals, even large, aggressive predators would rather not tangle with humans. However, the one with the world's ...

MIAMI, Fla. (WFOR) — An American crocodile that was discovered swimming with a spear stuck in the back of its head this past weekend in the Florida Keys is now recovering after having it removed, Zoo ...