Natural Habitats and Geographic DistributionCoastal Brackish Water and Estuarine EnvironmentsAlong the eastern shores of South Africa, the mangrove veiled channels of the St Lucia estuary tell a quieter story of reproduction. Here, in the brackish threshold where...

The Basics of Crocodile NestingWhy Nesting Location MattersThe female crocodile’s reproductive strategy hinges on a single, critical act: selecting the precise spot for her clutch. A single nest can hold between 40 and 60 hard shelled eggs. She digs a hole, deposits...

Crocodile Nesting HabitsUnderstanding the Nesting ProcessCrocodile nesting is a precise operation. The female chooses a site with specific characteristics. She requires sandy soil that drains quickly. The bank must be steep enough to avoid standing water. The site...