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Croc growth and max size

herperkid2004 Apr 20, 2005 12:03 PM

hi everyone

just wondering what determines a crocs growth size as an adult? what decides how fast they grow?

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goini04 Apr 20, 2005 01:26 PM

What determines rate of growth?

Environmental climate conditions and food intake/proper nutritional diet.

What determines its max size?

Max size to my knowledge will be ultimately controlled by the animals genetic background. If the animals father was a huge male, then most likely the son will be as well. If the male was around 10', then it's a good possibility it will be the same for the male offspring.

Male or Female will also decide.

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