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Chinese Alligator

Alligator sinensis

CR — Critically Endangered

Description

One of only two alligator species in the world and the most endangered crocodilian. Much smaller than its American cousin.

CategoryReptile

Size1.5–2.1 m

Population~150 in wild

HabitatSlow-moving freshwater rivers, ponds

Range

Yangtze River valley, China

Threats

Habitat loss from farmingPollutionConflict with humans

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Chinese alligators are thought to be the inspiration for the Chinese dragon — ancient texts describe 'muddy dragons' in the Yangtze valley!

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