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Ms Adventure: Crocodile Courting

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Host Rachel Reenstra learns about love, crocodile style. Learn more about crocodile courtship and mating on Animal Planet's "Ms. Adventure."

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Crocodile Tears Are Real (1:14)

Watch this video from the University of Florida explaining that the term "crocodile tears" is actually true - crocodiles and alligators do cry. UF researchers observed that the reptiles closed their eyes before chomping and lubricated their eyes.

Old Cranky Crocodile (1:04)

Watch this Reuters video showing a fossil of a pre-historic, lizard-like predator called a Montealtosuchus arrudacamposi. The distant crocodile cousin was about 5 1/2 feet long and lived 80 million years ago in the Bauru Basin near Sao Paulo,... More »

Friendly Crocodiles (1:19)

Watch this video about friendly crocodiles on HowStuffWorks. Taiwanese crocodile expert and zoo owner, Chiu Hsi-he, showcases his enormous but docile crocs; he brushes their teeth, feeds them by hand and even gives them a little tickle. See the... More »

Dirty Jobs: Gator Aviation (4:54)

Mike Rowe joins the crew of Gator Aviation as they search for alligator nests from a helicopter. He also learns how pregnant alligators build nests.

Bindi Wrangles Croc (2:49)

Bindi Irwin takes part in securing a rather large crocodile from a net trap.

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Ms Adventure: Crocodile Courting (2:15)

Host Rachel Reenstra learns about love, crocodile style. Learn more about crocodile courtship and mating on Animal Planet's "Ms. Adventure."

What's to Love: Crocodile Mothers (1:26)

On Animal Planet's "What's to Love?" crocodiles are one of the most dangerous predators on the planet. However a crocodile mother is very gentle and protective of her nest.

Planet's Best: Alligator Wrestling (1:27)

Alligator wrestling is a popular activity in the Florida Everglades. Learn more about alligator wrestling on Animal Planet's "Planet's Best."

Ms Adventure: Crocodile Style (2:22)

On Animal Planet's "Ms. Adventure," host Rachel Reenstra explores the wild for animals that are dressed to kill. From their powerful jaws to their camouflage coloring, crocodiles rock nature's catwalk with their classic suit of armor.

Fooled by Nature: Alligator Mating Call (2:19)

Young alligators let out a squeal to summon their mother to dig them out of the ground. During mating season, adult males let out a rumble to entice females. Learn more about how alligators communicate on Animal Planet's "Fooled by Nature."

Adapting to Ecosystems: Crocodiles versus Alligators (1:05)

On average, alligators are a bit smaller than crocodiles. The greatest physical difference is in the snout; an alligator has a broad, rounded snout, while a crocodile has a longer, pointed snout.

Adapting to Ecosystems: Crocodiles Adapted for Water (2:21)

A crocodile has many adaptations for life in the water, including a flap at the back of the throat that prevents water from getting into its lungs. A thin membrane protects the crocodile's eyes but allows it to see underwater.

Biomes: Physical Attributes of a Crocodile (1:59)

Check out this video to see how the physical attributes of crocodiles help them to be successful hunters.

Bindi Wrangles Croc (2:49)

Bindi Irwin takes part in securing a rather large crocodile from a net trap.