Alligators Vs Crocodiles

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Alligators and Crocodiles are often mistaken to be the same reptile although they are very different. There are many physicals characteristics that will help you differentiate between the two reptiles. My goal is to teach you the similarities including their diets, aggression, and some of the physical aspects but also to show you the differences such as climate, lifespan, and their snout. First of all, alligators and crocodiles share a ton of the same physical features, although there are a few distinctive differences. They both have sharp teeth, thick bumpy skin, a long tail, short legs, and webbed feet that look like a ducks. However, crocodiles have a lighter hue to their skin. As they age and mature, crocodiles tend to be light tan to

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