Imperial Zoo AnimalsBy: Devon Cooper ,John O'Brien , Eleyna Para and,

Katie Godekeit

Welcome to Imperial Zoo!Here at Imperial Zoo we have quite the variety of animals from miles under the sea to the highest trees in the rainforests and we are dedicated to the well being and happiness of our animals. In the next slides we will have several examples of the magnificent creatures that inhabit our zoo.

Land Animals

GiraffesThe giraffe is the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. They browse on twigs and also feed on shrubs, grass and, fruit. Fully grown giraffes stand from 16-20 feet tall and the average weight is 1,192kg. The giraffe species as a whole is assessed as the least concern by the IUCN as it is still numerous.

ElephantsAs an infant it weighs around

120kg (265lb) and will be closely dependent on its mother for the next 10 years of it’s life. As an adult the male weighs about 5,455kg or 12,000lb. Females on the other hand weigh only 3,636 or 8,000lb. Their diet is varied but it consists mainly of crops such as cultigens like cereal or millet. Also they live in groups and prefer to stay near water. Though these animals are not critically endangered they are still targeted by poachers and there are many organizations committed to the protection of these wondrous creatures.

ZebrasThe zebra are one of the several species of African Equids. The most distinctive characteristics of the zebra are the black and white stripes that come in different patterns, unique to each individual. They can weigh up to 350kg and is about 50-52 in tall. Humans have had a great impact on the population as they are hunted for their skin and meat. But, due to the help of conversationalists the cape mountain zebra was brought back from the brink of extinction from 100 remaining to about 700!

LionsThe lion is one of four big

cats in the genus Panthera. Some males exceed 250kg in weight making it the second largest behind the tiger. They live from 10-14 years in the wild and 20 in captivity. They are carnivorous so their diet mainly consists of whatever they caught that night. The mane of the adult male lion is used for intimidation and is one of the most distinctive characteristics of the lion

Snow LeopardsSnow leopards are

moderately large cats native to the mountain ranges of central Asia. They weigh between 27 and 55kg and are around 31-39in tall. They are carnivores so their diet mainly consists of the prey they caught that night. The snow leopard is also endangered. Numerous associations are working to conserve the snow leopard and it’s threatened mountain ecosystem such as the Snow Leopard Trust.

White RhinocerosThe white rhinoceros is one of the five species that exist today and consists of two subspecies, the southern white rhinos and the northern white rhinos. The southern white rhinos were brought back from the brink of extinction and have as much as 17,460 today. The northern white rhinos on the other hand have as little as 7 remaining today in captivity due to the destruction done by poachers. They are herbivore grazers and have varying weights. Infants weigh between 40 and 65kg, adult males weigh around 2,300kg and, adult females weigh about 1,700kg. Due to their size the white rhinos eat around 4.5 percent of their body mass in whatever leafy plant they can find. They are mostly solitary except for association between a mother and her most recent offspring but occasionally rhinos of the same gender will form a temporary herd.

Bengal TigersBengal tigers are the national

animal of Bangladesh. It is the most numerous of the tiger species and yet it is still considered endangered. The average weight for a male is 221.2kg and for females is 139.7kg. They are also carnivorous so their diet consists of whatever was caught that night. Over the past century the number of tiger has dropped dramatically due to habitat loses and poaching.

Polar Bears

The polar bear is native to the arctic circle and it’s surrounding seas and land masses. Polar Bears are the world’s largest land carnivores and mainly feed of ringed and bearded seals. Males weigh around 350-700kg and females weigh around 150-250kg. In general adult polar bears live a solitary life and are considered vulnerable when it comes to being endangered.

PandasPandas also known as giant pandas are native to central-western and south western China. Despite it’s taxonomic classification as a carnivore, the panda’s diet is primarily herbivorous as their main source of food is bamboo. Males can weigh up to 160kg and females can weigh up to 125kg. They are also considered endangered due to habitat loss and poachers and there are many organizations trying to preserve and protect these beautiful animals.

BisonThere are two species alive today and four extinct species. Of the two alive today are the American bison and the European bison. American bison weigh between 318 and 1,000kg. European bison weigh between 300 and 920kg. Their diets are about the same they both graze on the grasses native to their region and are herbivores. The difference between them is the American Bison are smaller in length but bigger in weight and European Bison are larger in length but smaller in weight.

Monkeys/Apes

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GorillasGorillas inhabit the forests of central Africa and are close relatives to humans and chimpanzees. They are herbivores and diets differ betweens species. Males weigh up to 135-180kg and females weigh up to 68-113kg. Gorillas are also considered endangered to habitat destruction and poachers.

OrangutansOrangutans are apes currently found in rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. Orangutans are opportunistic foragers and fruit makes up 65-90% of their diets. They live more solitary lives than other apes. Most social bonds happen between a mother and her offspring. Sadly orangutans are critically endangered and the population has declined by 50% in the past 60 years.

Ring tailed lemursThe ring tailed lemur is

native to the island of Madagascar. They are known for their black and white striped or “ringed” tails. The ring tailed lemur is a relatively large lemur weighing an average of 2.2kg. Ring tailed lemurs are omnivores but primarily eat fruits and leaves. They are also some of the more vocal of the primates. It has a complex array of vocalizations used to maintain group cohesion. The ring tailed lemur is near threatened so they are not a huge concern when it come to conservation.

Snow MonkeysThe snow monkey or Japanese macaque is native to Japan. Males weigh on average 11.3kg while females weigh and average of 8.4kg. They are also omnivorous and their main diet consists of fruits and they also eat insect as well as soil. Their bodies are covered in brown, grayish, or yellowish hair with their pinkish faces. Also they are of least concern when it comes to being endangered.

Capuchin MonkeysCapuchin monkeys are new world monkeys of the subfamily Cebinae and are native to central and south America. They weigh on average 3-9lb and are considered the most intelligent of the new world monkeys and are often used in laboratories which have conducted studies that show that they can learn.

Birds

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Bald EaglesBald Eagles as most know are the birds of our country. Females weigh 25% larger than the males averaging at 5.6kg against the male’s average weight of 4.1kg. Fish are the main source of food and live to be an average of 20 years old.

Leucistic PeacocksThe leucitic peacock otherwise known as the peafowl best known for the skin condition leucism are some of the most intriguing kinds of birds. They are omnivorous but eat plants for the most part. Full grown males weigh around 4 to 6kg and females weigh about 2 to 4kg.

ParrotsThe parrot also known as psittacines are found on all tropical and subtropical continents such as Australia. There are many different species and subspecies and their weight varies. Their diet mainly consists of seeds and fruit. Parrots are also able to mimic human speech studies showed that some can relate words with their meanings to form simple sentences!

Marine Animals

Dolphins

Dolphins are marine animals closely related to whales and porpoises. They mainly feed on fish and squid and are capable of making a broad range of sounds. They are one of Earth’s most intelligent animals but it is hard to tell just how intelligent. There are also several threats to dolphins such as pesticides and predators.

OttersOtters are mammals that feed mainly off fish and shellfish. There are 13 species and must eat 15% of their body weight a day. They have long thin bodies with relatively short limbs and webbed feet. Otters are very playful animals but each species is different some are solitary while others live in groups

Great White SharksThe great white shark

live on the southern tip of Africa, on the western side of the United States near San Diego, and is also spotted in Australia. The Great White Shark can grow to a length of 24ft long and can weigh more than 2 tons!

Great White Shark Facts

Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum:ChordataClass: ChondrichthyesOrder: LamniformesFamily: LamnidaeGenus: CarcharodonScientific Name: Carcharodon CarchariasType: FishDiet: CarnivoreSize: 5.5-7m (18-21ft)Weight: 1,110-2,240kg (2,450-4,938lbs)Top Speed: 40km/h (25mph)Life Span: 30-40 yearsLifestyle: SolitaryConservation Status: ThreatenedColor: Black, Grey, WhiteSkin Type: SmoothFavorite Food: SealHabitat: Temperate and coastal watersAverage Litter Size: 5Main Prey: Seal, Fish, DolphinsPredators: HumanSpecial Features: Pointed snout and long, sharp teeth

Hammerhead SharksHammerhead Sharks are appropriately named

after their flat shaped heads. Hammerhead sharks are large carnivorous fish that prey on large fish and occasionally hammerhead sharks will hunt small water mammals.

Hammerhead sharks are found in the warmer waters of oceans worldwide but hammerhead sharks are particularly found in coastal waters, and along continental shelves. The shallow waters that the hammerhead sharks inhabit allow the hammerhead shark to hunt prey more easily.

There are 9 different species of hammerhead shark worldwide, ranging from 3ft to 20ft in length! Hammerhead sharks are not commonly known to attack humans but can be aggressive if a human came into contact with a hammerhead shark.

Hammerhead Shark FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ChondrichthyesOrder: CarcharhiniformesFamily: SphyrnidaeGenus: SphyrnaScientific Name: Sphyrna ZygaenaType: FishDiet: CarnivoreSize: 3.5-6m (11.5-20ft)Weight: 230-450kg (500-1000lbs)Top Speed: 40km/h (25mph)Life Span: 20-25 yearsLifestyle: HerdConservation Status: ThreatenedColor: Grey, Brown, WhiteSkin Type: SmoothFavorite Food: FishHabitat: Warm waters and continental shelvesAverage Litter Size: 26Main Prey: Fish, Squid, OctopusPredators: Tiger Shark, Great White Shark, Killer WhaleSpecial Features: Broad, flat head and large eyes

Sea LionsSea Lions are found in all climates, in both the north and

southern hemispheres and every ocean with the exception of the Atlantic Ocean. The sea lion is often seen around the big harbors of the world where groups of sea lions gather together to feed and bask in the sun.

The sea lion generally lives in coastal areas where there is a good food supply and land close by for the sea lion to have a rest from swimming and hunting in the water. The sea lion has 4 flippers which the sea lion is able to turn around when on solid ground, allowing the sea lion to walk on land.

The sea lion is often a popular attraction at zoos and parks, where the sea lions are generally being trained to do tricks with hoops and balls. The sea lion is a popular animal due the intelligence of the sea lion and also because of the quirky character which many sea lion individuals possess.

Sea Lion Facts

Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: MammaliaOrder: CarnivoraFamily: OtariidaeScientific Name: OtariidaeType:MammalDiet: OmnivoreSize: 2.7-3.3m (9-11ft)Weight: 300-1,000kg (660-2,200lbs)Top Speed:44km/h (27mph)Life Span: 15-22 yearsLifestyle: HerdConservation Status: ThreatenedColor: Brown, Tan, GreySkin Type: FurFavorite Food: FishHabitat: Coastal waters and rocky shorelinesAverage Litter Size: 1Main Prey: Fish, Crabs, SquidPredators: Human, Sharks, Killer WhaleSpecial Features: Strong jaw and the ability to walk on land

Puffer FishThe puffer fish (also known as the

blowfish and the toadfish) is a medium-sized species of fish that inhabits warmer, coastal waters around the world. The puffer fish is most well known for it's unique and distinctive adaptations that the puffer fish has to defend itself.

There are around 120 known species of puffer fish, the second most poisonous creature on the planet after the Golden Poison Frog. The puffer fish is found in tropical waters worldwide, but they rarely go into the cooler waters.

Puffer Fish FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ActinopterygiiOrder: TetraodontiformesFamily: TetraodontidaeCommon Name: Puffer FishScientific Name: TetraodontidaeOrigin: EquatorDiet: OmnivoreSize (L): 17cm - 60cm (7in - 24in)Water Type: Fresh, Brackish, SaltOptimum pH Level: 5.7 - 6.4Life Span: 4 - 8 yearsConservation Status: Least ConcernColor: Grey, Yellow, Blue, White, BrownSkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: AlgaeHabitat: Shallow waters and coral reefsAverage Clutch Size: 6Main Prey: Algae, Shellfish, InvertebratesPredators: Humans, Sharks, Large FishDistinctive Features: Inflatable body and sharp poisonous spikes

Glow FishThese florescent fish are man-made for

domesticated use, but the Imperial Zoo wanted to get our hands on these glow in the dark fish for one of our exhibits.

http://www.glofish.com

Angel FishThere are around 100 different species of angelfish

that inhabit the waters of the southern hemisphere. There are two main types of angelfish, those that live in the freshwater rivers in South America (freshwater angelfish) and those angelfish that inhabit the salty ocean waters (marine angelfish).

The freshwater angelfish has a more triangular shape and will generally only grow to a few inches in length. The marine angelfish can grow up to 12 inches (the same length as a big ruler) and generally have very brightly colored markings but the exact colors depend on the angelfish species.

Both the freshwater angelfish and the marine angelfish are known to be relatively difficult fish to keep in household aquariums, as both types of angelfish require very specific water conditions. Angelfish are very susceptible to changes in the water such as salt levels and pH levels, and will often die if changes are too drastic.

Angelfish Facts

Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ActinopterygiiOrder: PerciformesFamily: PomacanthidaeCommon Name: AngelfishScientific Name:PomacanthidaeOrigin: Southern HemisphereDiet: OmnivoreSize (L): 7cm - 30cm (3in - 12in)Water Type: Fresh, SaltOptimum pH Level: 6.5 - 7.2Life Span: 8 - 15 yearsConservation Status: ThreatenedColor: Black, White, Yellow, Orange, Purple, Silver, Blue, GreenSkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: FishHabitat: Rivers and coral reefsAverage Clutch Size: 500Main Prey: Fish, Algae, PlanktonPredators: Fish, Birds, Sharks, MammalsDistinctive Features: Body shape and brightly colored markings

Tang FishThe tang is a small to medium

sized fish that is found in the warmer coastal waters of the tropics. Tangs are well know for their bright colors and are closely related to surgeon fish and unicorn fish.

There are 80 known species of tang, that inhabit the tropical waters of the southern hemisphere, including the largest species of the tang group, the white margin unicorn fish that has been known to grow over a meter long.

Lion FishThe lionfish (also known as the turkey fish,

tiger fish, dragon fish, scorpion fish, and butterfly cod) is a poisonous spiky fish found in the warmer waters of the western and central Pacific Ocean. The lionfish is a predatory fish hunting small fish, but it's venom is capable of being fatal to larger creatures.

The lionfish is a popular aquarium fish around the world, although the lionfish is better kept in tanks with lots of space and few other fish. The lionfish can live to around 16 years in the wild and lionfish often live longer if looked after well in captivity.

There are around 8 different recognized species of lionfish that are found in the Pacific Ocean. The lionfish is natively found in coastal waters around rocky crevices and coral reefs where there are lots of smaller fish for the lionfish to eat and also places for the lionfish to hide.

Lionfish FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ActinopterygiiOrder: ScorpaeniformesFamily: ScorpaenidaeGenus: PteroisCommon Name: LionfishScientific Name: Pterois volitansOrigin: Pacific OceanDiet: CarnivoreSize (L): 30cm - 35cm (12in - 14in)Water Type: SaltOptimum pH Level: 8.1 - 8.4Life Span: 10 - 18 yearsConservation Status: Least ConcernColor: Red, White, Black, Brown, OrangeSkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: FishHabitat: Tropical reefs and rocky crevicesAverage Clutch Size: 8,000Main Prey: Fish, Shrimp, CrabsPredators: Eels, Frogfish, Scorpion FishDistinctive Features: Striped body markings with long spines

StingrayThe stingray is a flat marine fish found

in warmer waters around the globe. The stingray is belongs to the same group of fish as other ray and are also believed to be closely related to sharks.

The stingray inhabits the warmer tropical waters around the world generally in the slightly deeper waters rather than the shallows. When the weather begins to cool, the stingray will retreat further into the depths of the ocean.

The stingray is most well known for the stinger that is present on the end of tail of the stingray. The stingray uses the stinger on the end of it's long tail pierce through and stop it's prey before it can escape.

Stingray Facts

Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ChondrichthyesOrder: RajiformesFamily: DasyatidaeScientific Name: Dasyatis CentrouraType:FishDiet: CarnivoreSize (L): 50cm - 200cm (19.6in - 79in)Weight: 25kg - 97kg (55lbs - 214lbs)Top Speed:48km/h (30mph)Life Span: 15 - 25 yearsLifestyle: SolitaryConservation Status: ThreatenedSkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: CrustaceansHabitat: Warm, tropical watersAverage Litter Size: 8Main Prey: Crustaceans, Snails, FishPredators: Sharks, Fish, SealsDistinctive Features: Flattened body shape and long tail

ManateeThe manatee is a large marine mammal and

the manatee is also commonly known as the sea cow. The manatee is found in warmer waters only in the eastern hemisphere around subtropical regions such as Florida and the Caribbean.

The average manatee can often weight more than 500kg and can grow to lengths of over 4.5 meters. Despite their large size it is not uncommon for the manatee to reach more than 70 years old.

The manatee spends most of its time grazing on plants in warm, shallow waters that are seldom deeper than a couple of meters. The manatee is a herbivore and therefore only really feeds on aquatic plants like sea grass and algae but it has been thought that certain species of manatee may eat smaller fish but not necessarily on purpose .

Manatee FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: MammaliaOrder: SireniaFamily: TrichechidaeGenus: TrichechusScientific Name: Trichechus ManatuType:MammalDiet: HerbivoreSize: 2.8-3.6m (9.2-12ft)Weight: 400-550kg (800-1,212lbs)Top Speed:22km/h (13mph)Life Span: 50-70 yearsLifestyle: SolitaryConservation Status: EndangeredColor: Grey, BrownSkin Type: SmoothFavorite Food: Sea GrassHabitat: Warm coastal waters and slow-moving riversAverage Litter Size: 1Main Prey: Sea Grass, Algae, FlowersPredators: Human, Sharks Special Features: Thick, wrinkled skin and flippers with no nails

Reptiles

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IguanaIguanas are native to the jungles of

central and south America, and the Caribbean. The iguana is a large docile species of lizard, meaning that iguanas are often a popular choice when keeping exotic pets.

Iguanas have excellent sight allowing the iguana to detect movement from incredibly long distances. The iguana can use this skill to seek out prey and be aware of approaching predators often before the predators has even noticed the iguana.

It is said that the iguana uses visual signals to communicate with other iguanas. The iguanas do this through a series a rapid eye movements that other iguanas are able to pick up on easily due to the excellent sight of the iguana.

Iguana FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: SquamataFamily: IguanidaeGenus: IguanaScientific Name: Iguana Type: ReptileDiet: OmnivoreSize:0.91-1.83m (3-6ft)Weight: 4-8kg (8.8-17.6lbs)Top Speed: 35km/h (21mph)Life Span: 15-20 yearsLifestyle: SolitaryConservation Status: ThreatenedColor: Green, Brown, YellowSkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: InsectsHabitat: Lowland tropical rainforest near waterAverage Litter Size: 3Main Prey: Insects, Fruit, LeavesPredators: Hawk, Eagle, SnakesSpecial Features: Long tongue and change skin color with mood

RattlesnakesRattlesnake are poisonous snakes that belong to the pit viper group and

are recognized by the distinctive rattle on the end of their tail. Most species of rattlers have hemotoxic venom that attacks tissues and destroys them. The Mojave rattlesnake also has a neurotoxin in its venom making it the most dangerous of all the species of rattlesnakes. Rattlesnakes vary considerably in color depending on their habitat. In the western states the author has observed pinks, greens, rust colors, and almost black. They tend to blend well with their background. Some species are more reactive to threats than others, but most would rather run away than have an encounter with a human. They use their heat sensing pits on their faces to "see" heat images. They track wounded prey by following its heat signature. They use their poison to subdue their prey, small mammals like rabbits and mice. The venom starts digesting the prey from the inside before the snake even swallows it. Venom is also used defensively when the snake feels threatened. They are able to use as much or as little venom as they wish. Up to 1/3 of bites to humans are dry bites with no venom injected. Treatment involves putting a constriction band around the limb above the bite and getting quickly to a hospital for anti venom treatment. They are prey themselves to king snakes, roadrunners, pigs, eagles and hawks.

Komodo DragonThe Komodo Dragon is a large species of lizard

that is only found on a handful of islands in the Indonesian archipelago. Not known to the world until the First World War, the Komodo Dragon is actually a species of Monitor Lizard that has been evolving in island isolation for millions years, which has led to it becoming very large indeed. The Komodo Dragon is not only the largest lizard in the world, but it also one of the most aggressive and is so powerful that it is able to take prey many times it's own size. However, Komodo Dragons are also in severe danger in their natural environments as hunting and habitat loss, along with a shortage of prey, has led to population declines on the few islands where they are found in the Komodo National Park, meaning that they are now listed on the IUCN's Red List and therefore have some legal protection.

Komodo Dragon FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: SquamataFamily: VaranidaeGenus: VaranusScientific Name: Varanus komodoensisCommon Name: Komodo DragonOther Name(s): Komodo MonitorGroup: ReptileNumber Of Species: 1Location: Komodo National ParkHabitat: Open woodland and hillsidesColor: Grey, Brown, Cream, GreySkin Type: ScalesSize (L): 2m - 3.1m (6.6ft - 10.3ft)Weight: 70kg - 150kg (150lbs - 300lbs)Top Speed: 18kph (11mph) Diet: Carnivore Prey: Pigs, Deer, Water Buffalo Predators: HumanLifestyle: DiurnalGroup Behavior: SolitaryLife Span: 25 - 40 yearsAge Of Sexual Maturity: 5 yearsIncubation Period: 8 -9 monthsAverage Litter Size: 20Name Of Young:PupAge Of Independence: On hatchingConservation Status: VulnerableEstimated Population Size: 3,000 - 5,000Biggest Threat: Hunting and habitat lossMost Distinctive Feature: Long and deep forked tongue to taste the airFun Fact: Only found on five Indonesian islands!

Bearded DragonThe bearded dragon (also known as

the dragon) is found naturally in Australia, but bearded dragons are kept as exotic pets in many places all around the world.

Bearded dragons can grow up to 24 inches long but that is including their long tail, making the bearded dragon fairly small in body size for a lizard.

Bearded dragons feed mainly on insects, crickets and worms and like all reptiles enjoy spending their days on a rock under the sun recharging until nightfall when the bearded dragon is much more active .

Bearded Dragon FactsKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: SquamataFamily: AgamidaeGenus: PogonaScientific Name: Pogona VitticepsType: ReptileDiet: OmnivoreSize (L): 50cm - 61cm (20in - 24in)Weight: 250g - 510g (9oz - 18oz)Top Speed: 40km/h (25mph)Life Span: 6 - 15 yearsLifestyle: SolitaryConservation Status: Least ConcernColor: Green, Yellow, Brown, GreySkin Type: ScalesFavorite Food: InsectsHabitat: Arid forest and desertAverage Litter Size: 15Main Prey: Insects, Mice, LeavesPredators: Birds, Snakes, CrocodilesDistinctive Features: Pronounced beard when scared and morphs skin color

AlligatorAlligators are in the same family as

other large reptiles like Crocodiles but are native to only two countries, which are the southern USA and China (where the Alligator is now nearly extinct). Alligators tend to be smaller than their Crocodile cousins but have been known to move at speeds of up to 15mph on land making them one of the fastest large reptiles in the world. Despite their size, there are a number of distinct differences between Alligators and Crocodiles as an Alligator's snout is shorter than that of a Crocodile, and with their mouths shut, an Alligator's teeth cannot be seen but a Crocodile's can. Alligators are also commonly known as Gators in their native, southern North American habitats.

Alligator FactsKingdom:AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: ReptiliaOrder: CrocodiliaFamily: AlligatoridaeGenus: AlligatorScientific Name: Alligator mississippiensisCommon Name: AlligatorOther Name(s): GatorGroup: ReptileNumber Of Species: 2Location: southern USA and ChinaHabitat: Marsh and swamplandColor: Green, Grey, Black, Brown, YellowSkin Type: ScalesSize (L): 2.5cm - 4.5m (8ft - 15ft)Weight: 181kg - 363kg (400lbs - 800lbs)Top Speed: 24kph (15mph)Diet:CarnivorePrey: Fish, Snakes, TurtlesPredators: Human, Birds, RaccoonLifestyle: Diurnal/NocturnalGroup Behavior: SolitaryWater Type: Fresh, BrackishLife Span:30 - 60 yearsAge Of Sexual Maturity: 10 - 12 yearsIncubation Period: 2 monthsAverage Clutch Size: 35Name Of Young: HatchlingAge Of Independence: 1- 2 yearsConservation Status: Least ConcernEstimated Population Size: 1 million/less than 100Biggest Threat: Water pollutionMost Distinctive Feature: Muscular tail half the total body length

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