Cuvier's dwarf caiman
The Cuvier's dwarf caiman (Paleosuchus palpebrosus) is a carnivorous reptile.
- Scientific name
- Paleosuchus palpebrosus
- Class
- Reptile
- Family / order
- Crocodylia
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 6 kg
- Lifespan
- 24.1 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a Cuvier's dwarf caiman eat?
The cuvier's dwarf caiman is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a Cuvier's dwarf caiman?
The cuvier's dwarf caiman weighs around 6 kg.
How long do Cuvier's dwarf caimans live?
In the wild, the cuvier's dwarf caiman can live up to about 24.1 years.
Is the cuvier's dwarf caiman endangered?
The cuvier's dwarf caiman is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.