How can the American crocodile make a comeback?
The crocodile population is stabilizing. We have to protect its habitat. Crocodiles like beaches and so do people. Certain beach areas in the Everglades are set aside as a crocodile sanctuary. They are closed to people, except for researchers and park rangers. The Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant provides additional habitat. The crocodiles love their cooling canals and the banks are perfect for nesting. There is also a Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge. These are positive signs for the American crocodile. Why do some people think that the alligator should remain on the Endangered Species list until the crocodile comes back? Resemblance-some people think that protecting the alligator will help the crocodile so they won’t be mistaken. The crocodile likes saltwater and the alligator likes freshwater but there are some areas where the salt and freshwater mix and you can see crocodiles and alligators together.
