Alligators
Habitat
Wetlands & swamps
Meet the animals of wetlands & swamps and read what we know about how they live there.
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Animals: Wetlands & swamps
Alligators
American alligator
Alligator mississippiensis
Axolotl
Ambystoma mexicanum
Betta fish
Betta splendens
Crocodiles
Jaguar
Panthera onca
Moose
Alces alces
Tiger
Panthera tigris
Viceroy butterfly
Limenitis archippus
Articles
Adaptations
Sunda tiger: adaptations, size, and why it is so endangered
The Sunda tiger is the smallest living tiger. Meet its key adaptations, see how big it gets, and learn why…
Predators & threats
What Eats Crocodiles? Crocodile Predators
Crocodiles are large-sized semi-aquatic reptiles found in tropical regions of Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia. There are 18 living…
Anatomy & appearance
Differences Between Crocodiles and Alligators : Your Ultimate Guide
In the fascinating world of reptiles, crocodiles and alligators hold a special place due to their ancient lineage and distinctive…
Conservation & population
Are Moose Endangered – Are moose protected species
Moose are one of the most iconic and fascinating animals of the northern regions of the world. These majestic animals…
Speed
How Fast Can An Alligator Run – Alligator Speed
Alligators are one of the most impressive creatures in nature. These apex predators have been a part of the world’s…
Speed
How fast can a jaguar run?
Nobody has measured a wild jaguar at full speed. The popular 80 km/h figure is unproven. Jaguars are ambush hunters…
Speed
How fast can a tiger run?
Tigers sprint at about 49–65 km/h (30–40 mph) in short bursts: faster than any human, about as fast as lions,…
Adaptations
What are the adaptations of a tiger?
Stripes that look green to deer, night vision about six times better than ours, 10 cm claws and strong swimming:…
Conservation & population
Why Are Axolotls Endangered & Why Are Axolotls Important?
Axolotls are a species of aquatic salamander that is native to Lake Xochimilco and surrounding canals in central Mexico. It…
Adaptations
Why do viceroy butterflies copy the monarch butterflies?
Animals and insects have adopted various unique techniques in order to survive in the wild. Some adaptations are like super…
Size & weight
How tall is a moose? Height, weight and antler size
Early morning in a northern marsh. Something dark lifts its head out of the water, and keeps lifting. By the…
Comparisons
Tiger vs lion: who would win?
Wild tigers and lions never meet, so nobody really knows who would win. On paper the tiger is heavier on…