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Orinoco crocodile - mother jumps out of the water to protect nest in bank Hato El Frio. Venezuela
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Orinoco crocodile - mother jumps out of the water to protect nest in bank Hato El Frio. Venezuela
WAT-8393
Orinoco CROCODILE - mother jumps out of the water to protect nest in bank
Hato El Frio. Venezuela
Crocodylus intermedius
Critically Endangered species
M. Watson
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Aggression Aggressive Angry Crocodile Crocodiles Dangerous Defence Guarding Jaws Mouths Parenting Protection Riverbank Scary Teeth Threat Posture Threatening Throat Tongue Tongues Venezuela Amphibians And Reptiles
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Jawsome Momma Croc - The Ultimate Defender of the Nest!
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. In this jaw-dropping photo print, we witness a heart-stopping moment captured by M. Watson at Hato El Frio in Venezuela. Meet WAT-8393, an Orinoco crocodile with nerves of steel and a fierce determination to protect her precious nest. With lightning speed and unparalleled agility, this endangered reptile mother defies gravity as she leaps out of the water, ready to face any threat that dares approach her offspring's sanctuary on the riverbank. Her open mouth reveals rows of razor-sharp teeth and a tongue that seems to taunt danger itself. In this rare glimpse into the wild world of South American wildlife, we are left in awe at the sheer power and intensity displayed by this magnificent creature. With eyes fixed on an unseen adversary, our scaly heroine exudes aggression and anger like no other. This snapshot not only showcases nature's most dangerous beauty but also highlights the incredible parenting skills possessed by these ancient creatures. Witnessing such protective behavior reminds us that even in the animal kingdom, mothers will go to great lengths for their young ones' safety. So brace yourself for an adrenaline rush as you admire this breathtaking image – it's guaranteed to leave you both thrilled and grateful for your safe distance from those formidable jaws!
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