The Sand Crocodile

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:adaptation Strong jaws
gptkbp:adult_plumage Hatchlings
gptkbp:aroma Highly developed sense of smell
gptkbp:behavior Ambush predator
gptkbp:breeding_season Monsoon season
Parental care of hatchlings
gptkbp:characteristics Powerful limbs
gptkbp:climate Tolerates various climates
gptkbp:clutch_size 20 to 60 eggs
gptkbp:color Darkens with age
Olive green to brown
Camouflaged for hunting
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Protected areas established
gptkbp:conservation_status Vulnerable
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of power
gptkbp:defense_mechanism Biting and tail whipping
gptkbp:diet gptkb:product
gptkbp:ecological_role Top predator in ecosystem
gptkbp:environmental_impact Sensitive to climate change
gptkbp:fossil_record Extensive
gptkbp:genetic_diversity Moderate genetic diversity
gptkbp:habitat Freshwater rivers
Common in zoos
Swamps and marshes
Occasionally found on land.
Prefers slow-moving water
gptkbp:has_skin Scaly
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Sand Crocodile
gptkbp:hunting_technique gptkb:beach
Lurking and ambushing
gptkbp:incubation_period 60 to 90 days
gptkbp:interacts_with Limited social interaction
Conflict over territory
gptkbp:length 3 to 4 meters
gptkbp:lifespan 70 to 100 years
gptkbp:local_legends Featured in folklore
gptkbp:local_names gptkb:Mugger_crocodile
gptkbp:migration Limited migration
gptkbp:nesting Builds nests on riverbanks
gptkbp:population_trend Declining due to threats
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Person
gptkbp:region South Asia
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Saltwater_Crocodile
gptkbp:reproduction Oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest Studied for ecological impact
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Crocodylus_palustris
gptkbp:seasonal_activities Active during warmer months
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary
gptkbp:sound Acute hearing
gptkbp:species Competes with other predators
gptkbp:strategic_importance gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkbp:territorial_behavior gptkb:battle
gptkbp:territory Bellowing and posturing
gptkbp:threats Habitat loss
gptkbp:vision Excellent night vision
gptkbp:vocalization Grunts and hisses
gptkbp:weight 200 to 400 kg
gptkbp:wildlife Exhibited in many aquariums