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Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus)

Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) Male
Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) Male

About Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus)

  • Kingdom: Animals
  • Phylum: Chordates
  • Class: Reptiles
  • Order: Alligators and Crocodiles
  • Family: Alligators

Probably the most aquatic of the crocodilians, gharials are found in the calmer, deep areas of fast-flowing rivers (6).
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  • 2006-01-19
    Jim Corbett National Park - Dhikala, India
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