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A capybara resting alongside an american crocodile
The Florida Panther
Florida Panthers are not only the Florida
state animal but they are also one of the most endangered mammals on the planet with a wild population under 200. Adult Florida panthers can grow to be 6-7 feet long depending on gender (males larger). although most will die of unnatural causes, Florida Panthers have a life span of 10-15 years. Male panthers can grow to weigh about 130 lb. while female panthers usually weigh in at 60-75. The Panthers are primarily situated on the southern Florida coast which is the only documented breeding ground for florida panthers. Their primary source of food is white tailed deers although they also make small mammals such as rabbits and armadillos and occasionally birds part of their diet. If you ever decide to live near the southern coast of Florida it would be a good idea to keep your pets or livestock in well protected structures. residents of this area have reported having their pets or livestock abducted by the local panthers. |
The American Crocodile
The humid subtropics support various life forms
including reptiles. one which is most common along the coasts is the american alligator. the american alligator ranges from 8 to 12 feet in length depending on gender (males are larger). an adult male can reach weights of 1000 pounds. Due to the American Crocodile's strong jaws which are capable of crushing a sea turtle's shell, the crocodile can have a more flexible diet. the crocodiles diet ranges from small fish which inhabit the land around the the crocodile's habitat, birds, and smaller mammals. small animals such as frogs, insects, and snails are also consumed. It is not uncommon for the American crocodile to engage larger prey. when the crocodile fights larger animals it first clenches its jaws around the animal and then swift begins a barrel roll type maneuver which tears bite size pieces from the prey.Even with such a rap sheet the American crocodile is still an endangered species do to loss of habitat from human expansion, roadkill, and illegal hunting |
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