Knowra Freshwater crocodile Freshwater crocodile The freshwater crocodile (Crocodylus johnstoni) is a crocodilian native to northern Australia. It inhabits freshwater rivers, billabongs, and lagoons and is generally smaller and less dangerous to people than the saltwater crocodile.
Crocodylus johnstoni : Crocodylus johnstoni is the scientific name of the Australian freshwater crocodile. This is the species’ formal name, used in scientific classification.
Crocodilian thermoregulation : Crocodilian thermoregulation is the behavioral control of body temperature through basking, shade, and water. Basking and retreating to water help the freshwater crocodile regulate its temperature.
Crocodile conservation in Australia : Crocodile conservation in Australia comprises laws and management practices for protecting native crocodile populations and their habitats. Protection and habitat management influence the species’ persistence across its range.
Saltwater crocodile : The saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus) is a large crocodilian found in brackish and marine waters across the Indo-Pacific. It shares northern Australia with the freshwater crocodile but grows larger and poses a greater danger to people.
Crocodilia : Crocodilia is the order of reptiles that includes crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials. The freshwater crocodile belongs to this order of semiaquatic reptiles.
Ambush predation : Ambush predation is a hunting strategy in which a predator waits concealed before attacking prey at close range. The crocodile captures prey by waiting near water and striking suddenly.
Crocodile farming : Crocodile farming is the commercial raising of crocodilians, often for skins and meat, under regulated conditions. Australian crocodile industries can involve freshwater crocodiles as well as saltwater crocodiles.
Nile crocodile : The Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) is a large African crocodilian that inhabits rivers, lakes, and wetlands. It occupies a similar freshwater niche on another continent, but belongs to a different species.
Australia : Australia is a country and continent in the Southern Hemisphere, between the Indian and Pacific oceans. The species is endemic to northern Australia.
Crocodilian nesting : Crocodilian nesting is the process by which female crocodilians lay and guard eggs in nests built from soil or vegetation. Females dig nests near water and deposit eggs there during the breeding season.
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