Cuvier's Dwarf Caiman [Paleosuchus palpebrosus]
Description
Cuvier's dwarf caiman is a small crocodilian from northern and central South America. It is a nocturnal and terrestrial species, spending the day in burrows or sunning itself near water bodies. They are distinguished by their heavily armored body and a short, broad snout, which has a mixture of keeled and smooth scales.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Reptiles
Reptilia
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| Order |
Saltwater Crocodiles
Crocodylia
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| Family |
Alligators and Caimans
Alligatoridae
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| Genus |
Paleosuchus
Paleosuchus
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