Spectacled Caiman
The Spectacled caiman is the most common of all the crocodilian species in the world. It is endemic to Central and South America.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Crocodilia |
Family | Alligatoridae |
Subfamily | Caimaninae |
Genus | Caiman |
Species | C. crocodilus |
Scientific Name | Caiman crocodilus |
Other Names | Common caiman, white caiman |
Length | 1.2–1.4 m (3.9–4.6 ft) |
Coloration | Dark to bluish gray or brown |
Distribution | Almost everywhere in Central and South America |
Habitat | Can tolerate both salty and fresh water and are mostly found in the lowland wetlands and riverine habitats |
Diet | Insects, crustaceans, mollusks, fishes, water snails |
Breeding Season | Monsoon |
Clutch Size | Up to 40 eggs |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Spectacled Caiman Pictures Gallery
Published on August 31st 2017 by staff under Caimans,Crocodilians. Article was last reviewed on 14th June 2019.