Height: Up to 600 cm
Weight: Up to 1500 kg
Color: Brownish-gray
Lifespan: 40-60 years
Diet: Carnivore
Habitat: Rivers, Lakes
Predators: Crocodiles, Tigers
Average Speed: 32 km/h
Countries Found: Indian subcontinent
Conservation Status: Critically Endangered
Family: Gavialidae
Gestation Period: 94-123 days
Top Speed: 32 km/h
Social Structure: Solitary
Offspring per Birth: 20-95
About the Gharial
The Gharial is a member of the Gavialidae family. It is primarily found in Indian subcontinent and inhabits Rivers, Lakes. This animal has a lifespan of 40-60 years and is known for its Brownish-gray color. Its diet consists of Carnivore, and it faces threats from Crocodiles, Tigers. The Gharial has an average speed of 32 km/h and can reach a top speed of 32 km/h.
The Gharial has a Solitary social structure and gives birth to 20-95 offspring after a gestation period of 94-123 days. Its conservation status is currently Critically Endangered.
Did You Know?
- Interesting fact about Gharial Lifespan