Caiman - Wikipedia
Caimans are predators and, like alligators and crocodiles, their diet largely consists of fish. Caimans also hunt insects, birds, small mammals and reptiles. Due to their large size and ferocious nature, caimans have few natural predators within their environments.
Cuvier's dwarf caiman - Wikipedia
Cuvier's dwarf caiman (Paleosuchus palpebrosus) is a small crocodilian in the alligator family from northern and central South America. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Venezuela.
Cuvier’s dwarf caiman | Size, Diet, Habitat, & Facts | Britannica
Cuvier’s dwarf caiman, (Paleosuchus palpebrosus), small caiman species known for being the most diminutive living member of the alligator family (Alligatoridae) and the smallest crocodilian in the Americas.
Cuvier's Dwarf Caiman - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on
Cuvier's dwarf caiman (Paleosuchus palpebrosus) is a small crocodilian in the alligator family from northern and central South America. It is sometimes kept in captivity as a pet and may be referred to as the Wedge-head caiman by the pet trade.
Dwarf Caiman Facts, Distribution, Habitat, Diet, Pictures - Animal …
Dwarf caimans found in South America are the smallest crocodilian belonging to the alligator family. It is one of the two members in its genus, the other being the smooth-fronted caiman. They are also known as the musky caiman, Cuvier’s caiman, and Cuvier’s dwarf caiman.
Dwarf Caiman: Care Guide & Species Profile - Everything Reptiles
The dwarf caiman is a small crocodilian of the Alligatoridae family. Dwarf caimans are known for being the smallest living New World crocodilians.
Dwarf Caiman Full Care Sheet: Pet Needs, Advice, & Answers!
2021年12月16日 · The dwarf caiman, Paleosuchus palpebrosus is the alligator family’s smallest and most primitive species. It’s an unusual and entertaining pet, but it’s not suitable for the average pet owner. This dwarf caiman care sheet will take a closer look at keeping these animals and meeting their needs.
Caiman | Description, Genera, & Facts | Britannica
2024年9月29日 · Caiman, any of several species of Central and South American reptiles that are related to alligators and are usually placed with them in the family Alligatoridae. They are amphibious carnivores and live along the edges of rivers and other bodies of water.
Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman | The Animal Facts | Appearance, Diet, …
Cuvier’s dwarf caiman is the smallest member of the alligator family. Males are larger than females reaching an average length between 1.3 and 1.5m (4.3-4.5ft) long while females reach 1.2m (3.9m) long. An average weight for this species is up to 20kg (40lbs) for males and 12kg (26lbs) for females. Their body is a reddish-brown color.
What Is The Smallest Alligator? - Online Field Guide
2024年1月25日 · The smallest alligator is actually a close relative called Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman, which is the smallest member of the alligator family. It can grow to about 1.6 meters (5.2 feet) in length, weighing up to 6-7 kilograms (13-15 pounds).