Why crocodiles swallow stones

Crocodiles that swallow stones

  Yes you read it right,crocodiles swallow stones

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Take an X-ray of a crocodile’s stomach and there are a few things you can expect to see. It is likely to reveal the remains of fish, birds and any other edible prey they have gobbled, as well as a much more intriguing meal option: a handful of rocks. But why would a crocodile munch down of a pile of pebbles?

 One thing is for sure, it’s not for nutritional purposes. There are two main theories as to why these scaly reptilians swallow stones. One school suggests the stones add weight, helping them stay underwater, while others say the stones help break down the hard bones of the crocodile’s prey, which they typically eat whole.

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