Details for Caiman

• Caiman

  Caimans are crocodilians belonging to the alligator family, native to Central and South America. They are typically smaller than true alligators and crocodiles, though larger species like the Black Caiman can reach over 5 meters (16 feet) in length. Caimans have bony scutes on their undersides, offering additional protection. They inhabit freshwater wetlands, rivers, and lakes, acting as apex predators in their ecosystems. Their diet consists of fish, birds, mammals, and other reptiles. Caimans play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of their aquatic environments.

  

  Habitat: The Caiman lives in Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Venezuela, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay, Suriname, Uruguay, Belize, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa-rica.