Broad-snouted Caiman
The Broad-snouted Caiman is a species of freshwater crocodilian reptiles endemic to parts of the South American continent.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Crocodilia |
| Family | Alligatoridae |
| Genus | Caiman |
| Species | C. latirostris |
| Scientific Name | Caiman latirostris |
| Length | 2 to 2.5 m (6.6 to 8.2 ft) |
| Coloration | Gray to grayish beige or brown |
| Distribution | Southeastern regions of Brazil, north of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia |
| Habitat | Freshwater marshes, mangroves and swamps |
| Diet | Mainly small invertebrates like turtles and snails |
| Clutch Size | 18 to 50 eggs |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern (IUCN 2.3) |
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Published on March 4th 2017 by staff under Caimans,Crocodilians. Article was last reviewed on 14th June 2019.
