Below is a current list representing the one (1) species of crocodilian that is native to the region that we have defined as being the American Southwest.
Our goal is to eventually have at least one photo for every species/subspecies. We also
plan to eventually provide habitat photographs and range maps for as many species as possible, along with the legal/protective status of each in the states where they occur within our region.
The scientific and common names used in this section generally follow The Scientific and Standard English Names of Amphibians and Reptiles of North America North of Mexico with Comments Regarding Confidence in Our Understanding, 6th edition, 2008, Crother, B. I. (ed.) SSAR Herpetological Circular No 37. However, SWCHR may on occasion deviate from that "standard" herpetological list to reflect SWCHR's preferences in favor of stability and conservative taxonomic practice.
Those species and subspecies that do have photos available are identified as clickable links on the list below. If you
have photos of species/subspecies that do not yet have photos, you are encouraged to submit them
for possible inclusion. Please see our Call for Papers and Photos section for more information.
All photographic images and articles used on this site are used with permission of the respective photographer or author and are protected by copyright. Unauthorized use is prohibited without written consent of the individual photographer or author.
