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Central African slender-snouted crocodile

Mecistops leptorhynchus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Crocodylia ›Family: Crocodylidae ›Genus: Mecistops

About

The Central African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops leptorhynchus) is one of two species of crocodiles in the genus Mecistops. It was once thought to be a population of the West African slender-snouted crocodile (Mecistops cataphractus) but was elevated to a species after two detailed studies, one in 2014 and the other in 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Central African slender-snouted crocodile?
The scientific name of Central African slender-snouted crocodile is Mecistops leptorhynchus.
What is the conservation status of Central African slender-snouted crocodile?
The Central African slender-snouted crocodile has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the order Crocodylia.
What family does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the family Crocodylidae.
What genus does Central African slender-snouted crocodile belong to?
Central African slender-snouted crocodile belongs to the genus Mecistops.