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When did scientists first describe the Nile crocodile?
Quick Answer
The Nile crocodile was first scientifically described in 1758.
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The Nile crocodile was first scientifically described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. Its scientific name is Crocodylus niloticus. Because it was described in the first edition of modern zoological nomenclature, it is one of the oldest formally named crocodilian species in science. The species is widespread across sub-Saharan Africa and has long been studied for its powerful physiology and behavior.
Key Facts
1.First described in 1758
2.Scientific name: Crocodylus niloticus
3.Named by Carl Linnaeus
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