Crocodylidae (family)

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Scope note
Members of a family containing two living genera and 23 living species of large, amphibious, carnivorous reptiles having powerful jaws, short legs with clawed, webbed toes, a body form that allows the eyes, ears, and nostrils to be above the water surface while most of the animal is hidden below, a long massive tail, and thick, plated skin.
Crocodylidae
Accepted term: 06-May-2024