Broad-Snouted Caiman
Caiman latirostris
The broad-snouted caiman is an egg-laying South American crocodilian of marshes, rivers and wetlands. Its broad rounded snout and heavy dorsal armor distinguish it from narrower-snouted caimans. Zoological facilities provide substantial water, land, secure barriers and professional management; crocodilian permits can apply.
US ESA status is threatened in Argentina and endangered in the other listed range countries. CITES Appendix I applies except in Argentina and Brazil, which are in Appendix II; Brazil has a zero export quota for wild specimens for commercial purposes.
Colors: Wild Type
