Crocodilians—semiaquatic reptiles comprising crocodiles, gharials ... Crocodilians are also equipped with osteoderms, which are essentially bony deposits covered by their scutes.

A bony plate of armor called an osteoderms from the trunk region of Garzapelta muelleri. Top image is the osteoderm as seen from above. The bottom image is the osteoderm seen from the side.

The exterior of Garzapelta's skeleton is called the osteoderm, which is comprised of rock-hard plates and curved spikes both made of bone, according to the study. "Take a crocodile from modern day ...

There's a thick layer with interlocking scales (called scutes) and bony buttons or plates (called osteoderms) that create an armor for protection. The coloration in the crocodile's skin allows it ...