ariban
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In the east of Rajasthan is the Chambal River. It originates in the adjoining state of Madhya Pradesh, flows into Rajasthan, and then into Uttar Pradesh, where it meets the Yamuna River. The Chambal and its tributaries are among the least polluted river systems and are home to a wonderful array of wild animals and birds. 8 species of freshwater turtles, the Gangetic Dolphin and two Crocodilians- the Marsh Crocodile and the Gharial are just some of the species sighted. Most of the rivers in MP and Rajasthan is designated as a Sanctuary.
The Gharial, Gavialis gangeticus is a fish eating crocodile. It is harmless to humans but grows to 14 feet (the largest that I have seen) and co-shares its habitat with the Marsh Crocodile. The male has a pot like growth on its snout hence the name 'Gharial' after 'Ghara' = Pot. In early spring, the large males make a hissing noise and blow bubbles through the pot—probably their way of marking territory. The eggs are laid on sand banks in spring, and they hatch in late summer.
After hatching, the babies tend to stay together and can be seen sitting on top of the snouts or backs of adults. During this stage, they are very vulnerable to predation by birds, dogs, and jackals. With the monsoon rains, there is a sudden influx of water and the hatchlings are swept downstream, leading to further mortality.
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Arijit
The Gharial, Gavialis gangeticus is a fish eating crocodile. It is harmless to humans but grows to 14 feet (the largest that I have seen) and co-shares its habitat with the Marsh Crocodile. The male has a pot like growth on its snout hence the name 'Gharial' after 'Ghara' = Pot. In early spring, the large males make a hissing noise and blow bubbles through the pot—probably their way of marking territory. The eggs are laid on sand banks in spring, and they hatch in late summer.
After hatching, the babies tend to stay together and can be seen sitting on top of the snouts or backs of adults. During this stage, they are very vulnerable to predation by birds, dogs, and jackals. With the monsoon rains, there is a sudden influx of water and the hatchlings are swept downstream, leading to further mortality.
Hope you like them.
Arijit
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