Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman | Ponderosa Zoo

Cuvier's Dwarf Caiman

(Paleosuchus palpebrosus)

The Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman is the smallest member of the crocodilian family. They are native to South America and can swim at a speed of 30 miles per hour.

FUN FACTS

Animal Class: Reptile.

Distribution: Central America.

Habitat: Wetlands and Rivers.

Diet: Carnivorous. Eat a wide array of vertebrates and invertebrates.

Appearance: Dark brown / black in colour.

Size: Four to five feet in length.

Lifespan: 20-40 years.

CONSERVATION STATUS

Least Concern.

Population Trend

Stable.

Threats

Habitat Degradation and Poaching.

Population

Unknown

Did you know?

The Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman is the smallest species of Caiman, only growing to around 1.5m.

See our Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman

We have one Cuvier’s Dwarf Caiman at Ponderosa Zoo and his name is Manu. You can find him in the Reptile House.

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