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How do Nile crocodiles reproduce?

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Sexual Maturity. Nile crocodiles do not breed until they reach sexual maturity. Maturity is determined by the length of the crocodile. Males are prepared to breed after passing the 10-foot mark. Females are ready to breed around the 7-foot mark. Some females will not mature until they pass 8 feet in length. read more

Nile crocodiles dig a hole, then deposit the eggs and refill it with dirt. Saltwater crocodiles build a mound of dirt and plants to place their eggs in. The eggs hatch after 2 to 3 months, when the crocodile young are fully developed. read more

Crocodile Reproduction. For crocodiles the mating season usually will begin in July or August. They are ready to mate when they are about 8-10 years of age. But that is calculated according to its size. Both sexes can be very territorial as well as aggressive in nature during this period of time. read more

No, crocodiles have nests of eggs called clutches. Some crocodiles will dig from 10 to 30 feet into a creek bank to create a protected burrow for their nests. read more

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