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As in most crocodilian species, the female saltwater crocodile exhibits a remarkable level of maternal care for a reptile. She excavates the nest in response to "yelping" calls from the hatchlings, and even gently rolls eggs in her mouth to assist hatching.
Females become sexually mature at about age 10–12, some five years earlier than males. After mating, a female crocodile can produce a clutch of 40–70 eggs, which she lays in a mound of rotting vegetation where the heat from the sun and the heat generated by decomposition combine to warm the eggs.
Animals. Photo Ark. Saltwater Crocodile. Common Name: Saltwater Crocodile. Scientific Name: Crocodylus porosus. Type: Reptiles. Diet: Carnivore. Group Name: Bask (on land), float (in water)...
Saltwater crocodiles have a polygynous mating system with males, mating with multiple females. The breeding season in this species matches the wet season, lasting from November to March. During this period, male crocodiles mark their territory, defending it from other males. Meanwhile, females become intolerant of each other, competing for ...
Saltwater crocodiles are the largest reptilian species alive today. Adult males can reach up to sizes of 6 to 7 meters. Females are much smaller and do not generally exceed 3 meters, with 2.5 meters considered large.
Saltwater crocodiles, Crocodylus porosus (Schneider, 1801), aka salties or saltwater crocs, are the largest living reptiles. Adult males can reach 6-7 m and weigh between 1,000-1,200 kg. Females are much smaller and do not generally exceed 3 m.
Learn about saltwater crocodiles in our expert guide, including where they live in the wild, what they eat and whether they really sleep with one eye open.
