Did you know that crocodiles have a unique way of keeping their teeth clean? Let me tell you all about it!

Think of the crocodile as a big, strong animal that doesn't have hands to brush its teeth. So, what does it do instead? It lets little birds, called cleaner birds, come and help it. These birds are very small and they love to eat! They fly to the crocodile and peck at its teeth.

Now, you might wonder why the birds want to do this. Well, when the birds peck at the crocodile's teeth, they get to eat all the tiny bits of food that are stuck in there. This helps keep the crocodile's mouth clean! And at the same time, the crocodile gets a nice, clean smile. It's a win-win situation!

So, the next time you think about crocodiles, remember how they work together with birds to keep their teeth shiny and healthy!

Written November 1, 2024