The difference between a Crocodile and an Alligator,

 

Crocodiles and alligators are both large reptiles from the same family (Crocodylidae), but they have some key differences:

1. Snout Shape:
   
• Alligator: Broad, U-shaped snout (like a shovel).
• Crocodile: Narrow, V-shaped snout (more pointed).
2. Teeth Visibility:
   
• Alligator: Upper teeth cover the lower teeth when the mouth is closed.
• Crocodile: Both upper and lower teeth are visible when the mouth is closed, especially the large 4th tooth on the lower jaw.
3. Habitat:
   
• Alligator: Prefer freshwater (rivers, lakes, swamps). Found mostly in the southeastern U.S. and China.
• Crocodile: Can live in both freshwater and saltwater. Found in Africa, Australia, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.
4. Color:
• Alligator: Darker, usually blackish-grey.
• Crocodile: Lighter, olive green or brownish.
5. Behavior:
   
• Alligator: Generally more docile toward humans.
• Crocodile: Usually more aggressive and territorial.