Crocodile Or Alligator

Crocodile vs Alligator, Select your favorite.

Species range: Found in Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Size: Can grow up to 7 meters (23 ft) — Nile and Saltwater crocodiles are the largest.
Snout shape: Long, V-shaped snout — more pointed than an alligator’s.
Aggression: Generally more aggressive and territorial than alligators.
Habitat: Prefer saltwater or brackish water, thanks to special salt glands.
Teeth visibility: Upper and lower teeth visible when the mouth is closed.
Speed: Can swim up to 32 km/h and move surprisingly fast on land in short bursts.
Diet: Carnivorous — eat fish, birds, mammals, and sometimes other reptiles.
Lifespan: Live up to 70–100 years in the wild.
Behavior: Known for “death roll” — spinning their prey underwater to tear flesh.

Species range: Native mainly to the U.S. and China (American & Chinese alligators).
Size: Usually smaller than crocodiles — up to 4.5 meters (15 ft).
Snout shape: Broad, U-shaped snout — more rounded and shorter.
Temperament: Generally less aggressive and avoids human contact.
Habitat: Prefer freshwater — rivers, swamps, and lakes.
Teeth visibility: Only upper teeth visible when mouth is closed.
Color: Usually darker, almost black, compared to the lighter olive-brown crocodile.
Diet: Eats fish, turtles, small mammals, and birds.
Lifespan: Can live 50–70 years, depending on environment.
Behavior: Known for strong maternal care — females protect nests and young actively.