The crocodile is a large reptile that can be found in Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, South America and Central America. Crocodiles can grow to enormous sizes, the largest of which is the saltwater crocodile which has been recorded growing up to 7 m long!
History: Crocodiles have the strongest bite of any creature on planet Earth, measuring up to 2200 kg force. Compare this to the great white shark’s 300 kgf bite, and you’ll realize just how hard a crocodile can chomp down! Crocodiles are actually incredibly intelligent, and are one of the only predators that has been recorded observing the patterns of their prey before they attack.
Scientific Name: Subfamily Crocodylinae
Characteristics: Although crocodiles look very similar to alligators, the two are actually members of different families. Learn more interesting facts about this massive reptile, and many others, with our lifelike and scientifically accurate crocodile toy!
Size: 15 cm long and 7.5 cm wide, this crocodile toy figurine is a few centimeters longer and wider than a soda can resting on its side.