Alligators and crocodiles are both relics of the dinosaur age, facing an uncertain future as humans encroach on their territory. The alligator family includes the caiman, and the crocodile family includes the gavial; they are found in many parts of the world. Alligators and crocodiles are strong, agile creatures that have striking similarities, yet have differences.
Alligators and crocodiles have many similarities. They are both carnivores found near water. Most species are about the same size except for the Saltwater Crocodile, which can be two-thousand pounds in weight. …
