Working with ToPS Species (Threatened or Protected Species).
This was a new arrival from the Wartburg area this week, a baby Nile Crocodile. Found in the Umgeni River, without injury. The concern is the growing number of Crocs in this river system. We love these cases as it always gives us an opportunity to grow and share knowledge.
Needle sharp teeth, never under estimate that jaw, even at this age, a Crocodile can give a serious bite.
The eyes are similar to those of nocturnal animals since they have a vertical slit-shaped pupils. This means they can narrow the pupil in bright light, and open it in darkness to allow more light to enter the eye.
They also potentially have what is known as trichromatic colour vision, this also means they can see equally well in the day or at night.
Weighing in at 280 grams, this tiny has a whole lot of growing to do. And in classic Crocodile style, there is simply no rush.
So... we'll keep updated on this little ones story...in a while, crocodile...
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