West African slender-snouted crocodile
The West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) is a carnivorous reptile.
- Scientific name
- Mecistops cataphractus
- Class
- Reptile
- Family / order
- Crocodylia
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 51 kg
- Lifespan
- 56.1 years
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered
What does a West African slender-snouted crocodile eat?
The west african slender-snouted crocodile is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a West African slender-snouted crocodile?
The west african slender-snouted crocodile weighs around 51 kg.
How long do West African slender-snouted crocodiles live?
In the wild, the west african slender-snouted crocodile can live up to about 56.1 years.
Is the west african slender-snouted crocodile endangered?
The west african slender-snouted crocodile is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.