Morelet's Crocodile (Crocodylus moreletii)

Hailing from Central America's freshwater habitats, the Morelet's Crocodile, also called the Mexican Crocodile, ranges vastly across Mexico to Guatemala. These medium-sized creatures extend up to 10 feet, with males often outsizing females.

Characteristically, this species sports a dark, grey-brown skin adorned with bands and spots over their frame and tail. This helps them blend and become nearly invisible, hunting stealthily in the murky marsh, swamp, and lake waters, which they prefer.

Their reputation includes a noticeably short temper, particularly during breeding seasons. An intriguing behavior they exhibit is their distinctive "water dance"- a body oscillation that makes the water pulsate, essential for their communication.

Though they were previously exploited for their valuable hide in the 1950s, they've rebounded thanks to dedicated conservation measures. They now hold a least concern status. However, they're still as threatened by habitat loss, pollution, and climate change as before.