Our Plastic West African Dwarf Crocodile
Our realistic-looking plastic west african dwarf crocodile is made of solid plastic, and measures 3 5/8 inches long. This plastic miniature crocodile can be used as an educational toy, in a shoebox diorama or other school project, or as a collector's item. Be sure to see our other crocodile toys and gifts.
About West African Dwarf Crocodiles
The west african dwarf crocodile (Osteolaemus tetraspis) is one of three species of African crocodiles. It is the smallest crocodile in the world, growing to no more than 5 feet in length. It is black in color with patches of yellow on its underside, and has a short blunt snout similar to a caiman's. It is a slow, reclusive animal and hunts at night in water or on the bank. During the day it rests in burrows that may have a submerged entrance. Little is known about the population of this unusual reptile. It has been presumed by conservationists that its number is still plentiful. It has not been hunted with the same zeal as other larger African crocodiles, although leather products can be found in local villages made from its skin.