Species of Crocodiles

Mugger:

The mugger crocodile, also called the Indian crocodile, or marsh crocodile, is found throughout the Indian subcontinent.

It is listed as vulnerable by IUCN.

The mugger is mainly a freshwater species, and found in lakes, rivers and marshes.

Gharial:

The Gharial or fish eating crocodile is native to the Indian subcontinent.

It is listed as a Critically Endangered by IUCN.

Small released populations are present and increasing in the rivers of the National Chambal Sanctuary, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, Son River Sanctuary and the rainforest biome of Mahanadi in Satkosia Gorge Sanctuary, Orissa.

Saltwater Crocodile:

It is the largest of all living reptiles. It listed as least concern by IUCN. It is found throughout the east coast of India.