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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Reptilia |
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| Order | : | Crocodilia |
| Family | : | Gavialidae |
| Genus | : | Gavialis |
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| Scientific Name | : | Gavialis Gangeticus |
| Type | : | Reptile |
| Diet | : | Carnivore |
| Size | : | 3.6-5m (12.5-16.5ft) |
| Weight | : | 150-680kg (330-1500lbs) |
| Top Speed | : | 24km/h (15mph) |
| Life Span | : | 20-30 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | : | Endangered |
| Colour | : | Black, Grey, Brown |
| Skin Type | : | Scales |
| Favourite Food | : | Fish |
| Habitat | : | Deep, fast-flowing rivers |
| Average Clutch Size | : | 40 |
| Main Prey | : | Fish, Insects, Small animals |
| Predators | : | Humans |
| Special Features | : | Long, thin snout and large body size |