Saltwater crocodiles have thick, armored skin covered in scales, which protects them from predators and help them maintain their body temperature. They can “gallop” and reach speeds of up to 17 km/h (11 mph) in short bursts. They deliberately swallow stones, called gastroliths.

The saltwater crocodile is a species of reptile found in brackish swamps, rivers and estuaries. Its range extends from eastern India across Southeast Asia to northern Australia and the islands of Micronesia. It is not only the largest of the sixteen extant species of crocodile, but is the largest living reptile on earth.

The saltwater crocodile is recognized as the largest, living species of reptile. An adult will reach lengths of up to 5.2m (17ft) with some exceptional individuals becoming larger than this. As a carnivore they spend their time hunting for small animals but have been seen taking prey as large as a kangaroo on occasion.

The saltwater crocodile is the largest species of crocodile. The largest one ever found was 6.17 m long. Saltwater crocodiles can weigh up to 907 kg. Saltwater Crocodiles are carnivores and eat fish, birds, frogs and any mammals smaller than them. Saltwater Crocodiles have the strongest bite of any animal in the world.

Fun Facts About Saltwater Crocodiles 1. Saltwater crocodiles are the largest crocodile species in the world, and the largest living reptile in the world. 2. Male saltwater crocodiles have been recorded at lengths of 23 feet (7 m) and weights of 2,205 pounds (1,000 kg).