Niccadian Pygmy Caiman
Found in the swamps of Niccadia and Ontangees, the Niccadian Pygmy Caiman is the smallest member of the order Crocodilia. The pygmy caiman is considered a symbol of Niccadia and is featured on the k25 coin.
Basic Information
Anatomy
a small alligator
Ecology and Habitats
The pygmy caiman lives in the swamp lands, and has not been observed extending beyond these areas.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Pygmy caiman are carnivorous, eating various invertebrates, amphibians and fish.
Behaviour
In part due to their size, pygmy caiman tend to be less aggressive towards human, though are known to occasionally bite. In the wild Caimans are more likely to flee from humans whereas captive caiman eventually become somewhat used to humans.
Additional Information
Domestication
Due to their smaller size more passive nature towards humans pygmy caimans are probably the best species of alligator to keep as a pet. The owning of pygmy caimans is legal in most provinces, but may be regulated based on local laws.
Uses, Products & Exploitation
Niccadian Pygmy Caimans are farmed for their meat and leather. the meat is considered a local delicacy in the provinces of of Niccadia and Ontangees, but can be found in stores and restaurants across the nation. It is said to be one of the more delicious meats produced in Woodangees.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
The swamplands in the central area of the main island in Niccadia and Ontangees.
Scientific Name
Paleosuchus Stephodus
Conservation Status
Niccadian Pygmy Caimans are protected in the wild, as a means to keep their population from dropping, but outside of the wild Pygmy Caimans are farmed for meat and leather.
Average Weight
3-5 kg
Average Length
1m for males and 0.8m for females
Body Tint, Colouring and Marking
Wild Pygmy Caiman have dark green skin with blue striations. they are born with white striations but they turn blue as they age due to a pigment in the shells of the Royal Cray, one of it's primary sources of food.
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