Statistics for Alligators... or Crocodiles?

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  • The average score is 5 of 10

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QuestionAnswer% Correct
Are ectothermic, meaning they rely on external sources of heat to regulate their body temperatureBoth
76%
Are part of the order of large semiaquatic reptiles known as CrocodiliansBoth
74%
Are apex predators, i.e. are at the top of the food chain with no natural predatorsBoth
72%
Have a much darker skin, sometimes being almost blackAmerican Alligators
64%
Has a narrow snout, triangular in shapeAmerican Crocodiles
63%
Can be found in TexasAmerican Alligators
62%
Have a conservation status of "Vulnerable"American Crocodiles
47%
Inhabits freshwater habitatsAmerican Alligators
28%
Struggles to survive in cold temperaturesAmerican Crocodiles
24%
The species is believed to have existed for over 8 millions yearsAmerican Alligators
9%

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