Nesting Habitat of CrocodilesFreshwater vs. Saltwater EnvironmentsOn a sweltering December morning along the Kruger National Park's rivers, the answer to where crocodile lay eggs becomes visible in the mud. Female Nile crocodiles choose sandy banks with stable...
Prime Nesting Territories and Habitat SelectionWhy Shoreline Elevation Determines Nest PlacementThe difference between a surviving clutch and a drowned one often comes down to a single meter of shoreline elevation. Prime nesting territories are not scattered randomly....
Nesting Habitat PreferencesWater Proximity and Soil CompositionA crocodile's nest site is a calculated choice. The female selects a spot within a narrow band of the water's edge, close enough for quick retreat but elevated enough to escape flooding. This is where...