
False Gavial
Tomistoma schlegelii |
Appearance
They have sleek, agile figures
with long head and mouth. They typical appear gray
in color from a combination of dark gray and white
patches and spots. |
Description
Prefer to stay still, not agile
like salt-water crocodiles. Prefers to bask on banks
of rivers for long periods of time. |
Regions
Thailand, Malaysia in stay calm,
not active like sea crocodile. |
Diet
Prawns, fish |
Breeding
Female lays 20-60 eggs at a
time that will hatch in 2 1/2 - 3 months. |
Status
Wildlife Protection of Thailand,
Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act 1992 |
Conservation Status
ENDANGERED C1
(See explanation to IUCN
Red List Categories) |