wierd_world on Instagram: "Crocodiles are formidable apex predators that have remained largely unchanged for millions of years, earning them the title of "living fossils." These semi-aquatic reptiles are found in tropical regions across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Australia, where they inhabit rivers, lakes, and sometimes saltwater environments. They are distinguished by their long snouts, powerful tails, and thick, armored skin composed of bony plates called osteoderms. Unlike many other re