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Dwarf Caiman
AdvancedPaleosuchus palpebrosus
World's smallest crocodilian. Small at max 1.5m, offering special crocodilian keeping experience for experts.
Difficulty
Advanced
Temperature
25〜32℃
Lifespan
30-40 years
Size
100-150cm
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Fish, Crustaceans, Meat
About
Cuvier's dwarf caiman is a small crocodilian in the alligator family from northern and central South America. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Trinidad and Venezuela. It lives in riverine forests, flooded forests near lakes, and near fast-flowing rivers and streams. It can traverse dry land to reach temporary pools and tolerates colder water than other species of caimans. Other common names for this species include the musky caiman, the dwarf caiman, Cuvier's caiman, and the smooth-fronted caiman. It is sometimes kept in captivity as a pet and may be referred to as the wedge-head caiman by the pet trade community.
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Basic Info
Origin
Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru
Lifespan
30-40 years
Size
100-150cm
Temperature
25〜32℃
Humidity
40〜70%
Diet
Fish, Crustaceans, Meat
Care Guide
Housing
Large tank with water and land areas
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Paleosuchus palpebrosus (Cuvier, 1807)
Synonyms: Champsa gibbiceps Natterer, 1840, Crocodilus palpebrosus Cuvier, 1807, Jacaretinga moschifer Spix, 1825
Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
CITES 附属書IIIUCN LC · Least ConcernDesignated Dangerous Animal (permit/region-restricted in Japan)
日本では特定動物(わに目)に指定。
Sources: CITES Checklist (CROCODYLIA spp. Appendix II) / IUCN Red List / 環境省 特定動物リスト(わに目)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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