Crocodilian Identification
1 / 15Snap up your knowledge of crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials
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What is the main visible difference between an alligator and a crocodile when their mouth is closed?
About Crocodilian Identification
Give your memory a workout with Crocodilian Identification: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Snap up your knowledge of crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. What is the main visible difference between an alligator and a crocodile when their mouth is closed?
Answer: Crocodiles have a V-shaped snout and visible lower teeth
2. Which crocodilian is the largest reptile in the world, growing over 20 feet long?
Answer: Saltwater Crocodile
3. Which crocodilian from India has an extremely narrow, elongated snout specialized for catching fish?
Answer: Gharial
4. In which U.S. state can you find both American alligators and American crocodiles living in the wild?
Answer: Florida
5. Which African crocodile is one of the most dangerous to humans, responsible for hundreds of attacks per year?
Answer: Nile Crocodile
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crocodilian Identification take?
Most players finish Crocodilian Identification in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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