Chinese Alligator Vs American Alligator

1. Chinese alligator (Alligator sinensis) is a species of alligator found in China.

2. American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is a species of alligator found in the southeastern United States.

3. Chinese alligator is smaller than American alligator.

4. Chinese alligator has a more slender snout than American alligator.

5. Chinese alligator has a dark olive-brown coloration with black splotches.

6. American alligator has a yellow-brown coloration with dark bands.

7. Chinese alligator lives in freshwater habitats, such as rivers, lakes, and swamps.

8. American alligator lives in freshwater and brackish habitats, such as rivers, lakes, swamps, and coastal wetlands.

9. Chinese alligator is a solitary animal, while American alligator is a social animal.

10. Chinese alligator is a threatened species, while American alligator is a common species.