Stangerochampsa, the ancient alligatoroid with crushing teeth! This prehistoric relative of modern alligators had short, button-like teeth perfect for cracking hard-shelled prey like turtles and mollusks. Crocodilians have been around for over 200 million years, and by about 85 million years ago, alligatoroids like Stangerochampsa were already making their mark. | Arizona Museum of Natural History

Rare Photos on Instagram: "India and Nepal are home to some of the world’s most ancient and fascinating reptiles—crocodilians—but many of these species are now endangered due to human activities and environmental changes. The three main crocodilian species found in this region are the Gharial, Mugger crocodile, and Saltwater crocodile, with the Gharial being the most critically endangered. The Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) is native to the river systems of northern India and Nepal, especially th

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