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'Terror crocodile' had teeth the size of bananas
Aug 11, 2020A new study has revealed the immense power of one of the largest crocodilians ever to walk the Earth.
Huge crocodiles once ran around on two legs
Jun 14, 2020Palaeontologists have discovered a prehistoric species of crocodile that walked on two legs instead of four.
New species of crocodile discovered in Africa
Oct 26, 2018Researchers from Florida International University have identified the first new species of crocodile in 85 years.
Scientists play classical music for crocodiles
May 5, 2018The bizarre new experiment aimed to analyze how juvenile crocodile brains react to complex stimuli.
New prehistoric marine predator discovered
Oct 3, 2017Palaeontologists have identified a new species that could shed light on the origins of crocodiles.
Ancient sea monster gave birth to live young
Feb 14, 2017Scientists have discovered that not all prehistoric marine reptiles laid eggs like crocodiles do.
Man-eating Nile crocodiles found in Florida
May 22, 2016Using DNA testing, scientists have identified at least three of the deadly reptiles in Florida's swamps.
Indonesia to use crocodiles as prison guards
Nov 11, 2015A remarkable new plan could see drug convicts incarcerated within a prison guarded by crocodiles.
Crocodiles really do sleep with one eye open
Oct 23, 2015Crocodiles are thought to be capable of keeping a watchful eye out even when they seem to be fast asleep.
Pre-dinosaur crocodile relative unearthed
Jan 22, 2015Palaeontologists have discovered the remains of a carnivorous reptile dating back 240 million years.
Crocodiles are able to climb trees
Feb 12, 2014Researchers have discovered that crocodiles and alligators are remarkably adept at climbing up trees.
Crocodiles use tools to hunt birds
Dec 3, 2013Crocodiles and alligators have been observed using a special technique to lure and catch birds.
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