EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -Alligators have a broad, flat snout, and when the mouth is closed, only the teeth of the upper jaw are visible. They also have a nasal septum of bone that is not present in caimans. In adults, the nuchal scales are relatively large and number four to six.

Detailed explanation-2: -Crocodilia is one of the reptile orders dedicated to large, lizard-shaped, and predatory reptiles, including crocodiles, gharials, alligators, and caimans.

Detailed explanation-3: -Alligators, Crocodiles, caimans, and gharial are related, but are different species.

Detailed explanation-4: -Caimans closely resemble alligators in appearance but are generally smaller, averaging about four to six feet (1.2 to 1.8m) in length, although one species of Caiman can grow to lengths of more than 15 feet. Their bodies are covered with bony plates and are blackish or brownish with various lighter markings.

Detailed explanation-5: -Both alligators and crocodiles possess large, powerful tails. This assists them in swiftly propelling themselves through the water. These features help both alligators and crocodiles to catch a variety of prey. This is why they are considered expert hunters.