Nile crocodile

The Nile crocodile (Crocodylus niloticus) is a large crocodilian native to freshwater areas of Africa present in 26 countries. Due to widespread occurrence, it is listed as a Least Concern species by the IUCN Red List. They are the second largest living reptile species, behind the saltwater crocodile. They live in a lot of aquatic environments such as swamps, rivers, lakes, and marshlands. They are apex predators, even though lions may prey on them.