Saltwater crocodile

/sˈɒltwɔːtə kɹˈɒkədˌaɪl/

/sˈɑːltwɔːɾɚ kɹˈɑːkədˌaɪl/

Saltwater crocodile

the largest living reptile, found in Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its aggressiveness and formidable hunting skills

synonyms : saltie

What is a "saltwater crocodile"?

A saltwater crocodile is the largest living reptile on Earth and is found in the coastal regions of Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is an apex predator and is known for its powerful jaws, which can deliver a forceful bite. These crocodiles are well adapted to both saltwater and freshwater environments and can often be found in rivers, estuaries, and coastal mangroves. They are skilled hunters, preying on a wide range of animals including fish, birds, and mammals. Due to their size and aggressive nature, saltwater crocodiles command respect and are considered one of the most dangerous species of crocodiles.

Examples

1. The program outfitted saltwater crocodiles with remote trackers that were monitored from satellites, and we've learned some seriously remarkable stuff from the programs Irwin supported and helped fund.

2. He also came close to meeting his maker when he tackled a saltwater crocodile in Australia, came face to face with a 16-foot tiger shark in the Pacific, and was also bitten by a poisonous snake in Borneo.

3. Number 4: The Saltwater Crocodile The largest of all known living reptiles, the saltwater crocodile, is a hyper-carnivorous apex predator with a broad distribution around the world.

4. The Saltwater Crocodile We’ve all heard horrifying tales about a person seamlessly snatched from shore after treading a little too close to its dark, murky waters.