Can caimans escape from enclosures easily?
Caimans certainly are capable of escaping from their enclosure if the opportunity is there. It is important to make sure the tank is tall enough to prevent escape – most crocodilians can climb and jump short distances, and if they can get out, they will certainly try. A secure lid, well ventilated of course, will help to keep your caiman from exploring the rest of your house uninvited. Ensure that any furnishings, such as logs, do not provide a convenient staircase for your animal. Dwarf crocodiles are excellent climbers and will treat sloping logs as an open invite to go exploring. Larger animals can also escape from poorly designed enclosures. Big crocodilians are very strong animals quite capable of destroying weak fixtures and partitions. Some species, such as dwarf caimans, dwarf crocodiles and American alligators are adept at digging burrows, and can easily dig under a fence or wall if the foundations are not deep enough. 5.1.8 What furnishings need to go into an enclosure? As a
