ReptilesEndangered
Gharial
Gavialis gangeticus
Visit Information
Location
Crocodile and Gharial Exhibit
Best Viewing
Afternoon (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
About Gharial
Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) can be found at Gharial - Reptile House & Crocodile.
Habitat
Rivers of northern Indian subcontinent (Ganges, Brahmaputra systems)
Diet
Carnivore - fish (highly specialized fish-eater)
Lifespan
40-60 years
Size & Weight
3.5-5 m length (males larger) | 150-250 kg