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CHAPTER 2 CROCODILES

Gotcha!

CROCODILES CAN’T OPEN THEIR MOUTHS UNDERWATER. Some people believe they’re safe as long as the croc stays submerged, but that’s WRONG! Crocodiles have a special valve at the back of their throat that stops water getting in. They can, in fact, open their mouths and bite when submerged. It might surprise you, but most attacks happen this way!

fresh water... no crocs...

SALTWATER CROCODILES DO NOT ENTER FRESHWATER. If anyone tells you it’s safe to swim in freshwater areas because saltwater crocs won’t go there, they’re WRONG! All

crocodiles are freshwater animals. Saltwater crocs only enter saline areas because of the food. They like their salty snacks!

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