How Many Crocodile Rivers In South Africa

What is Crocodile?

Crocodilians are large, lizard-shaped reptiles with four, short legs and a long, muscular tail. Their hide is rough and scaled. The difference between alligators and crocodiles is often easy to spot once you get the hang of it.

How Many Crocodile Rivers In South Africa?

There are two Crocodile Rivers in South Africa, which can get confusing. One lies in Limpopo and is a tributary of the Limpopo River. The other drains through Mpumalanga and is a tributary of the Komati River.

Which river has the most crocodiles in South Africa?

The Olifants River in the Kruger National Park has a density of 3.98 crocodiles/km of shoreline whereas the Olifants River Gorge in the lower reaches of the Olifants River within the Kruger National Park has a very high density of 30 crocodiles/km of shoreline (Botha, 2005).

Are there crocodiles in the Crocodile River in South Africa?

The foliage has near year-round access to water, creating a dense cover for species in the area. Commonly found on the floodplains are; elephants, waterbuck, crocodile, and occasionally big cats and other game during the drier seasons when water is scarce.

Where are the most crocodiles in South Africa?

Crocodiles can be seen in South African reserves and parks including…

  • Kruger National Park.
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
  • Ndumo Game Reserve.

Where do crocodiles live in South Africa?

Crocodiles gather in watery environments such as rivers, lakes, floodplains, mangroves, estuaries and even saltwater. They eat fish, birds, reptiles and mammals, and occasionally feed on crustaceans and mollusks.