Colorful clog (4)

I believe the answer is:

croc

(Other definitions for croc that I've seen before include "Long-tailed reptile (abbr)" , "Predatory reptile (abbr)" , "Fierce reptile" , "Wild animal" , "Snapper" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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