Which two species of caimans inhabit the wetlands and river systems of northeastern Argentina?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Yacaré negro and Yacaré overo (Broad-snouted caiman), thriving in the Esteros
- Step 1: Caimans were heavily poached for leather in the 20th century but recovered under conservation. Step 2. They feed on fish, snails, and crabs and bask on floating vegetation islands. Answer: The Yacaré negro and Yacaré overo (Broad-snouted caiman), thriving in the Esteros. Why not the others: They play a vital ecological role in controlling piranha and snail populations in wetlands.
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