A Nile Crocodile lurks near the banks of the Great Ruaha River. These reptiles have brains larger in proportion than other reptiles and soon learn
A Nile Crocodile lurks near the banks of the Great Ruaha River. These reptiles have brains larger in proportion than other reptiles and soon learn behavioural patterns and where to wait for prey.
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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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