WDYK About Crocodiles?

Crocodiles are some of the most terrifying hunters in the world, responsible for hundreds of human deaths every year. They are cunning, patient and have very little fear or hesitation when it comes to going after prey. What do you know about these huge, scary lizards?
 
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What type of crocodile is the biggest?
Nile Crocodile
Saltwater Crocodile
Cuban Crocodile
American Crocodile
 
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Which continent is NOT a habitat for crocodiles?
Asia
Europe
Australia
Africa
 
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Crocodiles have about ______ teeth at a time, which they replace very quickly
1,000-1,200
60-80
600-800
20-30
 
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True or False: Crocodiles have weak opening jaw muscles, so a person can keep them closed with their hands
True, but not advised
False, are you insane??
 
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Why do crocodiles keep their mouths open for long periods of time?
A trap for birds to fly into
To release heat from the body
To be ready to chomp down
As a threat display to other crocs
 
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True or False: The expression 'crocodile tears' comes from crocodiles shedding tears while eating
False
True
 
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The crocodile's metabolism is so efficient, large crocs can live up to a ________ without food.
3 Years
Week
Year
Month
 
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What is the name of the Egyptian god with the head of a crocodile?
Osiris
Sobek
Ra
Anubis
 
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Crocodiles, unlike alligators, are very sensitive to _______.
Cold
Salt
Acidity
Pollution
 
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How long do crocodiles live for?
35-75 years
60-80 years
7-9 years
15-25 years
 
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A crocodile's sense of smell is _________.
Excellent
They have no sense of smell
Not very good
About average
 
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Crocodiles are the most ________ of reptiles
Shy
Social
Quick
Long lived
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