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What is a group of crocodiles called?
A bask
of crocodiles
a baska floata nest
| Animal | Crocodiles |
| Category | Reptiles & Amphibians |
| Collective noun | Bask, Float, Nest |
| Baby name | Hatchling |
💡 On land basking in the sun they’re a “bask”; in water, a “float.”
FAQ
What is a group of crocodiles called?
A group of crocodiles is called a bask. Other accepted terms include a float, a nest.
Are there other names for a group of crocodiles?
Yes — besides a “bask,” you may see “float”, “nest”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby crocodile called?
A baby crocodile is called a hatchling.
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Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”