Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) (IMAGE) Universidad Miguel Hernandez de Elche Caption The gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) is a species of Asian crocodile that, although it primarily feeds on fish, can also consume carrion. Credit JM Pérez-García Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. License CC BY Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.