Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Jan, Feb, Mar. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a high risk of extinction in the wild.
The American crocodile faces threats from habitat loss and degradation, particularly due to coastal development and pollution. Conservation efforts have focused on protecting nesting sites and reducing human-wildlife conflict, leading to some localized population recoveries. Responsible tourism helps by funding conservation initiatives and raising awareness, demonstrating the economic value of protecting these magnificent reptiles in their natural habitats.
The American crocodile is a species of crocodilian found in the Neotropics. It is the most widespread of the four extant species of crocodiles from the Americas, with populations present from South Florida, the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola, and the coasts of Mexico to as far south as Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for American Crocodile. Sightings recorded in 81 safari areas total.
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