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The Sleepy Alligator  Gavialis gangeticus,Gharial Click/tap to enlarge

The Sleepy Alligator

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The gharial is a crocodilian of the family Gavialidae, native to the Indian Subcontinent. The global gharial population is estimated at less than 235 individuals, which are threatened by loss of riverine habitat, depletion of fish resources and use of fishing nets.

Similar species: Crocodilia
Species identified by NERDY
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Uploaded Jun 11, 2014. Captured Jan 1, 2005 01:19.
  • DSC-W5
  • f/3.2
  • 10/1000s
  • ISO100
  • 10.7mm