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Do Crocodiles Make Tame Pets?

The association of Crocodiles and Man is known for a long time. Ancient Egyptians worshiped crocodile-god. Sometimes they hunted crocodiles, and visualize them as a protector and source of pharonic power. No doubt when you think of a crocodile as your pet you might be wondering if it will work out.

According to Herodotus, in 5th century BC some Egyptians kept crocodiles as pampered pets. In Sobek's temple in Arsinoe, crocodile was kept in the pool of the temple, where it was fed, covered with jewelry, and worshipped. When crocodiles die, they were embalmed, mummified, placed in sarcophagi, and then buried in a sacred tomb. Many mummified crocodiles and crocodile eggs have been found in Egyptian tombs.

Ancient Egyptian even used spells to appease Crocodiles, and even now Nubian fishermen mount crocodiles on their doorsteps to ward off evil. It has become a maniac among today's generation to buy Crocodiles and Alligator as a pet.

Crocodiles - can they make Good Pets?

Whether it is an adventure or thrill business gains lure people to keep Crocodiles as pets though there is no doubt about the fact that they are not harmless creatures. They can be dangerous and potentially harmful to other pets and even people. A 6 feet crocodile can throw three adult men. They can be harmful for the inexperienced lovers. People buy these crocodiles as babies and when they are 1 to 2 year old, they are illegally released into the wild.

If sincere Crocodile lovers take few precautions then growing Crocodiles can also be a rewarding experience. Only people with efficiency and skills can grow Crocodiles.

Crocodile that makes Best Pet

Spectacled Caiman, Caiman crocodilus, has been most popular and helped in million dollars trade. Changes in the law in US and the increased availability of better alternative species, have reduced their demand.

Now Dwarf caimans are most popular because they are easily available and are in small size. African dwarf Crocodile is also becoming popular. American Alligators are also widely available but it is very difficult to keep them as pets.

Who can grow Crocodiles?

There is no doubt that crocodilies are not for kids. Only adults with stable financial position, facilities, and experience with larger reptiles can handle crocodiles.

Things to Remember before buying Crocodile

Before buying any Crocodile, you need to ensure that you have big tank or enclosure in which you can easily keep this animal, and have thorough knowledge of his habits, and tastes.

Animal should be thoroughly examined before buying as they can carry infections. Their vent should be clean and they also should be checked for mites and other parasites that can get into the folds of skin around the eyes, and within the earflaps and any other infections like yolk salc.

Purchasing Crocodiles

You can buy Caimans and other crocodilian species from several sources. You can even buy crocos from exotic pet stores, from online distributors and reptile magazines. It has off late become a fashion to buy crocs online. You can also buy privately from keepers.. You can also get one from local herpetological society. They keep those crocodiles which are thrown out by their owners.

Cost of Corcodiles

The cost of an individual animal varies depending on the species, size of the animal, and the area in which you live. Animals from private breeders are cheaper than from pet stores. The cost of a dwarf or smooth-fronted caiman will vary, a baby Paleosuchus will cost about US $500. A larger one is around Ł600. In US, the baby's costs are around $250 - $350.If you are wondering where to buy crocs then exotic pet stores and crocodiles shop should be the first choice.You must do research before you buy pet crocodiles alligators.

Where to Keep Crocodiles

You should have an appropriate place to keep a crocodilian such as a Caiman. There are several things that need to be taken care while preparing place for Crocodiles. You should have spacious enclosure with both water and land area. The width and length of enclosure should be four times large than the animal's total length. For a pair of crocodiles, minimum land area must be 3 times the largest animal's width and 4 times long. Minimum water area should be 4 times the largest animal's width and five times long, and minimum depth must be 0.3 times animal's width.

small, hatchling and juvenile crocodilians can be kept in glass aquarium tanks. These tanks are available in a variety of sizes, measured in gallons (US) or cubic dimensions (see Appendix IV). Ready-made tanks are available at most pet store outlets that deal in fish. You can also build one by yourself.

Large space helps Crocodiles to submerge in water, swim comfortably and even bask. A thermal gradient can also be kept to maintain temperature at which Crocodiles can cool or warm itself.

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