crocodile

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Scientists have identified a new species of early crocodile relative from the Triassic period in Gloucester, UK.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

In keeping with my longstanding policy of avoiding actions that might put me between the jaws of a crocodile, the expedition is not exactly the kind that might entice me to find my wading boots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

A newly-identified species of ancient crocodile has been named after an "inspirational" teacher by the scientist leading the research.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

“Powdered stone worked. So did lizard’s blood and crocodile dung, and pig’s teeth and dolphin’s genitalia and frog’s sperm,” as psychologist Irving Kirsch later explained it.

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

Just as a newborn calf butts his head, or a young crocodile snaps his jaws, a baby makes his needs known by crinkling his brow, crying, cooing.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman