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Planet Zoo 2 Saltwater Crocodile
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Saltwater Crocodile in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Saltwater Crocodile requirements
| Continent | Asia, Oceania |
|---|---|
| Biome | Estuarine, Mangrove, Tropical |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 155 m², Aquatic 75 m², Deep water 30 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 15 m², Aquatic 25 m², Deep water 7.5 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | Not listed by Zoopedia |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 1–7 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 1 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 155 m² of land, the Saltwater Crocodile needs more land than 7% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Saltwater Crocodile space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (7 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 155 m² | 15 m² | 245 m² |
| Aquatic | 75 m² | 25 m² | 225 m² |
| Deep water | 30 m² | 7.5 m² | 75 m² |
Saltwater Crocodile barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Saltwater Crocodile species facts
| Class | Reptile (Reptilia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (length) | male 5.2 m, female 3.1 m |
Setup checklist for a Saltwater Crocodile habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Saltwater Crocodile as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 155 m², Aquatic 75 m², Deep water 30 m², plus Land 15 m², Aquatic 25 m², Deep water 7.5 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 1 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Estuarine, Mangrove, Tropical.
- Plan a group of 1 to 7 animals.
Animals that can live with the Saltwater Crocodile
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Saltwater Crocodile, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Saltwater Crocodile next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Komodo Dragon, Asian Elephant, Binturong.
FAQ
How much space does a Saltwater Crocodile need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 155 m², Aquatic 75 m², Deep water 30 m² for the Saltwater Crocodile, plus Land 15 m², Aquatic 25 m², Deep water 7.5 m² for each additional animal.
What temperature does a Saltwater Crocodile need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Saltwater Crocodile needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 1–7, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Saltwater Crocodile in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Saltwater Crocodile, and no other species lists it.