<p>Remains&nbsp;of an Australian man who went missing while fishing with his family have been found inside a crocodile, police said on Tuesday (Aug 6). The 40-year-old man was reportedly taken by the crocodile in front of his family while on vacation after he reportedly fell into the Annan River south of Cooktown in Queensland.&nbsp;<br />
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Wildlife rangers&nbsp;killed the crocodile and upon examination, human remains were found inside the 4.9-foot reptile.&nbsp;The crocodile had scars on its snout, similar to what witnesses had described near the place where the man had disappeared, according to officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I believe it was an accident when he fell into the water,"&nbsp; Shane Holmes, a local police official had said on Monday.</p>

<h2><strong>Snatched in front of wife and kids</strong></h2>

<p>According to reports, the man from New South Wales was snatched in front of his wife and kid by the crocodile this past weekend when fishing in north Queensland, a tropical region whose rivers and creeks are home to several of these reptiles. The incident happened at Crocodile Bend, a touristy spot famous for its large crocodiles.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, footage had emerged from around the same area, showing people feeding fish to a crocodile. It is illegal to feed crocodiles found in natural habitats in Australia.</p>

<h2><strong>Fatal crocodile attacks on humans in Australia</strong></h2>

<p>This is the second crocodile attack in less than a month, and the third this year. On July 2, a 12-year-old girl went missing while swimming with family in a creek in Northern Territory. Her remains were found inside a 4.2-metre crocodile that the authorities had killed. On April 18, a 16-year old boy was killed by a crocodile in Queensland island.<br />
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While crocodiles are considered not harmful to humans, their behaviour can be unpredictable. They usually hide near the banks of rivers and creeks, and pounce on the prey that appear near them on land, or enter the waters.</p>

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The Queensland area, with its tropical climate, has seen a growth in crocodile population. Part of the reason is tourist interest and the practice of people feeding them fish in large quantities.<br />
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Remains of an Australian man who went missing while fishing with his family have been found inside a crocodile, police said on Tuesday (Aug 6). The 40-year-old man was reportedly taken by the crocodile in front of his family while on vacation after he reportedly fell into the Annan River south of Cooktown in Queensland.

Remains of an Australian man who went missing while fishing with his family have been found inside a crocodile, police said on Tuesday (Aug 6). The 40-year-old man was reportedly taken by the crocodile in front of his family while on vacation after he reportedly fell into the Annan River south of Cooktown in Queensland. Wildlife rangers killed the crocodile and upon examination, human remains were found inside the 4.9-foot reptile. The crocodile had scars on its snout, similar to what witnesses had described near the place where the man had disappeared, according to officials. "I believe it was an accident when he fell into the water," Shane Holmes, a local police official had said on Monday. Snatched in front of wife and kids According to reports, the man from New South Wales was snatched in front of his wife and kid by the crocodile this past weekend when fishing in north Queensland, a tropical region whose rivers and creeks are home to several of these reptiles. The incident happened at Crocodile Bend, a touristy spot famous for its large crocodiles. Also read: First animals to ever have sex were not what you would have expected Earlier, footage had emerged from around the same area, showing people feeding fish to a crocodile. It is illegal to feed crocodiles found in natural habitats in Australia. Fatal crocodile attacks on humans in Australia This is the second crocodile attack in less than a month, and the third this year. On July 2, a 12-year-old girl went missing while swimming with family in a creek in Northern Territory. Her remains were found inside a 4.2-metre crocodile that the authorities had killed. On April 18, a 16-year old boy was killed by a crocodile in Queensland island. While crocodiles are considered not harmful to humans, their behaviour can be unpredictable. They usually hide near the banks of rivers and creeks, and pounce on the prey that appear near them on land, or enter the waters. Also read: YouTuber dupes restaurant-goers by serving instant noodles as Ramen The Queensland area, with its tropical climate, has seen a growth in crocodile population. Part of the reason is tourist interest and the practice of people feeding them fish in large quantities. (With inputs from agencies)

Crocodile attack: Human remains found inside reptile after Australian fishing with family went missing

<p>A saltwater crocodile is no longer threatening a remote Aboriginal community in Australia after it was killed and made into a feast for residents.</p>

<p>An Aboriginal community in Australia turned a threat into a communal meal. They eliminated a saltwater crocodile that had been posing a danger and prepared it for a traditional feast.</p>

<p>The 12-foot-long crocodile had been stalking and lunging at children and adults since it moved into the Baines River after floods this year, Northern Territory Police said in a statement on Wednesday (June 14).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The crocodile had also reportedly killed multiple pet dogs as the river is within about 820 feet of residences.</p>

<p>“Community leaders, traditional landowners of Bulla, and wildlife officers worked together to safely remove the crocodile on Tuesday. This action was necessary to keep the community safe from the threat it posed," said police.</p>

<p>The crocodile was later taken to Bulla, “where the community prepared it for a feast in the traditional manner.”</p>

<p>Sgt. Andrew McBride told the Australian public broadcaster ABC that the crocodile was cooked up in multiple ways. "A crocodile tail soup was prepared, he was on the barbecue, few of the pieces were wrapped up in banana leaves and cooked underground.”</p>

<p>“It was a large traditional feast, and there were a few full bellies,” McBride said.</p>

<p>Notably, the crocodiles had been showing up where they’ve never been seen before after severe flooding in the area early this year.</p>

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<p>Reigning supreme as the world's largest reptiles, saltwater crocodiles thrive in the Northern Territory.</p>

<p>Protected from large-scale hunting since 1971, their population in the region is estimated to be a whopping 100,000.</p>

<p>Citing the threat to human safety, officials in the Northern Territory released a 10-year management plan this year that raises the number of crocodiles allowed to be removed annually to 1,200 from 300.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A saltwater crocodile is no longer threatening a remote Aboriginal community in Australia after it was killed and made into a feast for residents. An Aboriginal community in Australia turned a threat into a communal meal.

A saltwater crocodile is no longer threatening a remote Aboriginal community in Australia after it was killed and made into a feast for residents. An Aboriginal community in Australia turned a threat into a communal meal. They eliminated a saltwater crocodile that had been posing a danger and prepared it for a traditional feast. The 12-foot-long crocodile had been stalking and lunging at children and adults since it moved into the Baines River after floods this year, Northern Territory Police said in a statement on Wednesday (June 14). Also read: Want a better deal? Your facial expressions matter most while negotiating The crocodile had also reportedly killed multiple pet dogs as the river is within about 820 feet of residences. “Community leaders, traditional landowners of Bulla, and wildlife officers worked together to safely remove the crocodile on Tuesday. This action was necessary to keep the community safe from the threat it posed," said police. The crocodile was later taken to Bulla, “where the community prepared it for a feast in the traditional manner.” Sgt. Andrew McBride told the Australian public broadcaster ABC that the crocodile was cooked up in multiple ways. "A crocodile tail soup was prepared, he was on the barbecue, few of the pieces were wrapped up in banana leaves and cooked underground.” “It was a large traditional feast, and there were a few full bellies,” McBride said. Notably, the crocodiles had been showing up where they’ve never been seen before after severe flooding in the area early this year. Also read: Earth's inner core rotation slowed for over a decade. It might impact your days Reigning supreme as the world's largest reptiles, saltwater crocodiles thrive in the Northern Territory. Protected from large-scale hunting since 1971, their population in the region is estimated to be a whopping 100,000. Citing the threat to human safety, officials in the Northern Territory released a 10-year management plan this year that raises the number of crocodiles allowed to be removed annually to 1,200 from 300. (With inputs from agencies)

Remote Australian community unites to kill crocodile and prepare a grand meal out of it

<p>A 26-year-old woman reportedly tossed her six-year-old speech disabled son into a river infested with crocodiles in Dandeli taluk in the India's southern state of Karnataka after an argument with her husband, as per police statements on Sunday (May 5). The boy died later.</p>

<p>The husband and wife frequently argued about their older son's speech disability, which he has had since birth. They also mentioned having a two-year-old son.</p>

<p>Savitri's husband, Ravi Kumar, frequently argued with her about their elder son's disability, questioning why she gave birth to such a child. Police reported that on some occasions, he allegedly urged her to&nbsp;"throw the child away."</p>

<p>After another argument about this issue on Saturday evening (May 4), a frustrated Savitri purportedly threw her elder son into a waste canal connected directly to the Kali river, which is known to be infested with crocodiles.</p>

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<h2><strong>Police found the child's body with a missing hand</strong></h2>

<p>Neighbours alerted the police, who arrived at the scene and, with the help of locals and divers, conducted a search operation to rescue the child. However, due to the darkness, the police were unable to locate the child.</p>

<p>A police officer said on Sunday morning that they found the child's body. The child had severe injuries, bite marks all over, and its one hand was missing, suggesting a crocodile attack. The body was sent for examination to determine the exact cause of death. The police are still investigating.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;China hunts for nearly 70 crocodiles that escaped during China floods | WION</strong></p>

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<p>"We have registered a case at Dandeli Rural Police station under section 109 and 302 of the Indian Penal Code and arrested both husband and wife in connection with the incident," the officer told PTI.&nbsp;</p>

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A 26-year-old woman reportedly tossed her six-year-old speech disabled son into a river infested with crocodiles in Dandeli taluk in the India's southern state of Karnataka after an argument with her husband, as per police statements on Sunday (May 5).

A 26-year-old woman reportedly tossed her six-year-old speech disabled son into a river infested with crocodiles in Dandeli taluk in the India's southern state of Karnataka after an argument with her husband, as per police statements on Sunday (May 5). The boy died later. The husband and wife frequently argued about their older son's speech disability, which he has had since birth. They also mentioned having a two-year-old son. Savitri's husband, Ravi Kumar, frequently argued with her about their elder son's disability, questioning why she gave birth to such a child. Police reported that on some occasions, he allegedly urged her to "throw the child away." After another argument about this issue on Saturday evening (May 4), a frustrated Savitri purportedly threw her elder son into a waste canal connected directly to the Kali river, which is known to be infested with crocodiles. Also read | Punjab youth beaten to death after alleged sacrilege incident Police found the child's body with a missing hand Neighbours alerted the police, who arrived at the scene and, with the help of locals and divers, conducted a search operation to rescue the child. However, due to the darkness, the police were unable to locate the child. A police officer said on Sunday morning that they found the child's body. The child had severe injuries, bite marks all over, and its one hand was missing, suggesting a crocodile attack. The body was sent for examination to determine the exact cause of death. The police are still investigating. Also watch | China hunts for nearly 70 crocodiles that escaped during China floods | WION "We have registered a case at Dandeli Rural Police station under section 109 and 302 of the Indian Penal Code and arrested both husband and wife in connection with the incident," the officer told PTI. (With inputs from agencies)

Mother throws 6-year-old speech-impaired son into crocodile-infested river in Karnataka

<p>While driving in any Indian city, one might naturally be cautious about cattle or dogs making a sudden entry and crossing the path. What if a crocodile makes an entry? It did, not once, but twice in recent times. The first appearance was last week, as Chennai city and adjoining districts were being lashed by heavy rains brought in by the severe cyclone Michaung. Around that time, a video of a crocodile crossing a road, in the early hours went viral. On Wednesday, there's been a daytime sighting of a crocodile and it caused quite the buzz!&nbsp;</p>

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👇spotted in alapakkam..mapedu road..near air force compound...Public road...resident claims he 📸 it while returning to SSM Nagar via perasriyar road<br />
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Sharing as received &amp;verified by sender<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChennaiFloods?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChennaiFloods</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChennaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChennaiRains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/crocodile?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#crocodile</a> <a href="https://t.co/p0sp024Kei">pic.twitter.com/p0sp024Kei</a></p>
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<p>As per local residents, a crocodile was sighted at Alapakkam, New Perungalathur, Chennai. Pictures doing the rounds indicate that the crocodile was lying by the road, in the vegetation adjoining a compound wall. Within a few hours, the police, local authorities and Forest Department personnel are said to have been alerted and they arrived at the spot. As word spread about the crocodile in the area, a crowd had gathered there. It was suspected that the crocodile belonged to one of the nearby water bodies.</p>

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Bystanders also safe! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wildlife?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wildlife</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/rescue?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#rescue</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/crocodile?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#crocodile</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/chennaimuggers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#chennaimuggers</a> <a href="https://t.co/BB6sShzfA6">pic.twitter.com/BB6sShzfA6</a></p>
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<p>Videos show that the forest department personnel managed to capture the crocodile in a net. Later, it was taken away and released at a designated shelter in the city. It is being pointed out that the one seen on Wednesday is also a mugger crocodile (similar to the one seen amid the floods), one that is medium-sized and endemic to region between southern Iran and the Indian subcontinent. It is said to inhabit lakes, marshes and rivers, specifically slow-moving and shallow water bodies.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-kerala-temple-lake-welcomes-new-crocodile-a-year-after-demise-of-revered-babiya-658624">Also read |&nbsp;India: New crocodile appears in Kerala temple lake a year after demise of revered Babiya</a></p>

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It probably lived in one of the lakes at New Perungalathur and stepped out after lake overflow during <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ChennaiFloods2023?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ChennaiFloods2023</a> <a href="https://t.co/COcFRQhoQX">pic.twitter.com/COcFRQhoQX</a></p>
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<p>Commenting on the earlier video of the crocodile crossing a road in Chennai, Supriya Sahu, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment Climate Change &amp; Forests, Government of Tamil Nadu, mentioned that there are few mugger crocodiles in several of the water bodies in Chennai. "These are shy and elusive animals and avoid human contact. This one has come out as the water has overflown due to massive rains under the impact of Cyclone Michaung. Please do not go close to water bodies. There is no possibility of harm to humans if these animals are left alone and unprovoked." she had said in an X post.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: Serial killer severs a crocodile's head</strong></p>

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While driving in any Indian city, one might naturally be cautious about cattle or dogs making a sudden entry and crossing the path. What if a crocodile makes an entry?

While driving in any Indian city, one might naturally be cautious about cattle or dogs making a sudden entry and crossing the path. What if a crocodile makes an entry? It did, not once, but twice in recent times. The first appearance was last week, as Chennai city and adjoining districts were being lashed by heavy rains brought in by the severe cyclone Michaung. Around that time, a video of a crocodile crossing a road, in the early hours went viral. On Wednesday, there's been a daytime sighting of a crocodile and it caused quite the buzz! Crocodile spotted in #chennai, yet again? 👇spotted in alapakkam..mapedu road..near air force compound...Public road...resident claims he 📸 it while returning to SSM Nagar via perasriyar road Sharing as received &verified by sender#ChennaiFloods #ChennaiRains #crocodile pic.twitter.com/p0sp024Kei — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 13, 2023 × As per local residents, a crocodile was sighted at Alapakkam, New Perungalathur, Chennai. Pictures doing the rounds indicate that the crocodile was lying by the road, in the vegetation adjoining a compound wall. Within a few hours, the police, local authorities and Forest Department personnel are said to have been alerted and they arrived at the spot. As word spread about the crocodile in the area, a crowd had gathered there. It was suspected that the crocodile belonged to one of the nearby water bodies. Also read | Believe it or not, a crocodile made herself pregnant. A rare case of ‘virgin birth’ Who let the crocs out? Who? Who?#TamilNadu forest Dept personnel having to almost wrestle and capture a crocodile spotted in #chennai Alapakkam, New Perungalathur Operation success, patient safe! Bystanders also safe! #wildlife #rescue #crocodile #chennaimuggers pic.twitter.com/BB6sShzfA6 — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 13, 2023 × Videos show that the forest department personnel managed to capture the crocodile in a net. Later, it was taken away and released at a designated shelter in the city. It is being pointed out that the one seen on Wednesday is also a mugger crocodile (similar to the one seen amid the floods), one that is medium-sized and endemic to region between southern Iran and the Indian subcontinent. It is said to inhabit lakes, marshes and rivers, specifically slow-moving and shallow water bodies. Also read | India: New crocodile appears in Kerala temple lake a year after demise of revered Babiya Video of the now famous #chennai #crocodile (captured today from Alapakkam, New Perungalathur) being released into a shelter by forest dept personnel... It probably lived in one of the lakes at New Perungalathur and stepped out after lake overflow during #ChennaiFloods2023 pic.twitter.com/COcFRQhoQX — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) December 13, 2023 × Commenting on the earlier video of the crocodile crossing a road in Chennai, Supriya Sahu, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Environment Climate Change & Forests, Government of Tamil Nadu, mentioned that there are few mugger crocodiles in several of the water bodies in Chennai. "These are shy and elusive animals and avoid human contact. This one has come out as the water has overflown due to massive rains under the impact of Cyclone Michaung. Please do not go close to water bodies. There is no possibility of harm to humans if these animals are left alone and unprovoked." she had said in an X post. Also watch | Gravitas: Serial killer severs a crocodile's head

India: Who let the crocs out? Crocodile captured from Chennai road

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<p>In a devastating incident that unfolded in Costa Rica, 29-year-old soccer player named Jesus Alberto Lopez Ortiz died&nbsp;after being viciously attacked by a crocodile while in the Canas River, as reported by the Spanish news outlet Marca.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Details surrounding the attack are still unclear. Reports from Spanish outlet Marca indicate that Ortiz's encounter with the crocodile occurred while he was exercising in the Canas River.</p>

<p>It remains uncertain whether Ortiz drowned as a result of the attack or succumbed to the animal's overpowering force.</p>

<h2><strong>Chilling scene unfolds in front of horrified witnesses</strong></h2>

<p>The shocking incident played out in front of horrified onlookers who witnessed a distressing scene.</p>

<p>Video footage captured the chilling moment when a massive crocodile was seen swimming in the river with Ortiz's lifeless body.</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: Some viewers&nbsp;might find the video disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong></em></p>

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<p>The incident took place in the Canas River, an area known to have a population of crocodiles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ortiz, a member of the amateur club team Deportivo Rio Canas, had even played for the Costa Rican Ascenso League as part of his soccer journey.</p>

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<h2><strong>Grief and remembrance</strong></h2>

<p>The news of Ortiz's untimely death was confirmed by Deportivo Rio Canas through a heartfelt Facebook post.</p>

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<p>"With deep sorrow we make public the death of our player Jesus Lopez Ortiz (Chucho) may God rest his soul," read the statement&nbsp;as published by&nbsp;Marca.</p>

<p>"Today is a very difficult day for all of us and we will remember you in the many facets of your sporting life as a coach, player and also as a family man. You will always live in our hearts Chucho. Fly high," it further said.</p>

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<p>The club expressed profound sorrow and highlighted Ortiz's multifaceted role as a player, coach, and family man.</p>

<p>The grim aftermath of the attack necessitated a challenging recovery operation. Local authorities, including the police, had to resort to firearms to neutralise the crocodile in order to retrieve Ortiz's remains from the clutches of the predator.</p>

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Disclaimer: A few readers might find the details of the story disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. In a devastating incident that unfolded in Costa Rica, 29-year-old soccer player named Jesus Alberto Lopez Ortiz died after being viciously attacked by a crocodile while in the Canas River, as reported by the Spanish news outlet Marca.

Disclaimer: A few readers might find the details of the story disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. In a devastating incident that unfolded in Costa Rica, 29-year-old soccer player named Jesus Alberto Lopez Ortiz died after being viciously attacked by a crocodile while in the Canas River, as reported by the Spanish news outlet Marca. Details surrounding the attack are still unclear. Reports from Spanish outlet Marca indicate that Ortiz's encounter with the crocodile occurred while he was exercising in the Canas River. It remains uncertain whether Ortiz drowned as a result of the attack or succumbed to the animal's overpowering force. Chilling scene unfolds in front of horrified witnesses The shocking incident played out in front of horrified onlookers who witnessed a distressing scene. Video footage captured the chilling moment when a massive crocodile was seen swimming in the river with Ortiz's lifeless body. Disclaimer: Some viewers might find the video disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. Jesus Alberto Lopez Ortiz, an amateur footballer and father of two, died after being attacked by a crocodile in a devastating incident in Costa Rica. pic.twitter.com/8a5sDMsMkA — Darkside (@ShortCuts24) August 3, 2023 × The incident took place in the Canas River, an area known to have a population of crocodiles. Ortiz, a member of the amateur club team Deportivo Rio Canas, had even played for the Costa Rican Ascenso League as part of his soccer journey. Also read | US: Largest reptile sanctuary wants to import crocodiles from India Grief and remembrance The news of Ortiz's untimely death was confirmed by Deportivo Rio Canas through a heartfelt Facebook post. × Also read | US: 10-foot alligator fatally attacks woman, then ‘guards’ her dead body "With deep sorrow we make public the death of our player Jesus Lopez Ortiz (Chucho) may God rest his soul," read the statement as published by Marca. "Today is a very difficult day for all of us and we will remember you in the many facets of your sporting life as a coach, player and also as a family man. You will always live in our hearts Chucho. Fly high," it further said. Also watch | Gravitas: Serial killer severs a crocodile's head The club expressed profound sorrow and highlighted Ortiz's multifaceted role as a player, coach, and family man. The grim aftermath of the attack necessitated a challenging recovery operation. Local authorities, including the police, had to resort to firearms to neutralise the crocodile in order to retrieve Ortiz's remains from the clutches of the predator. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Crocodile fatally attacks soccer player in Costa Rican river, swims away with body

<p>Australian authorities have launched a manhunt against a possible serial crocodile killer after an anonymous caller bragged about killing the reptile at Queensland’s Daintree River.</p>

<p>A local crocodile tour operator had first received the call from an unidentified man shortly after finding the decapitated head and spine of Lizzie, a 40-year-old female saltwater crocodile which had over the decades become a friendly tourist icon, posing for “thousands” of pictures.</p>

<p>“This guy rang up anonymously, and also left a message on Facebook,” David White told news.com.au</p>

<p>“He told me he did it, and that he was the apex predator, not the crocodile. He seemed to want to be at the top of the food chain because he had a gun.</p>

<p>“He said he killed her and fed her meat to the dogs. Then the man admitted to killing another crocodile a few months earlier, who had been found without its head."</p>

<p>White said that the caller&nbsp;claimed to have decapitated Lizzie and a much larger crocodile in Cow Bay in April. In the Cow Bay case, the crocodile’s head was chopped off and the body was left behind.</p>

<p>“She was my favourite female crocodile, the first one I named out there. I named her after Queen Elizabeth because she had a habit of waving at you like the queen.”</p>

<p>Though officials are investigating Lizzie’s death, White said that it was obvious from the way her head and spine had been cleanly removed that it was at the hand of a human.</p>

<h2><strong>Lizzy, the beloved crocodile </strong></h2>

<p>David White, owner of Solar Whisperer Wildlife Cruises for the last 26 years, had grown affectionate of her during the times he spent there.</p>

<p>He has been left devastated by the loss and was shaken by the brutal nature of her death.</p>

<p>“I named her Lizzie many years ago because she had this habit of waving at you like the Queen,” he told News.com.au.</p>

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<p>“It looked like a royal wave, and the name stuck. We have names for all the crocodiles in the area and the royal theme has continued.”</p>

<p>A spokesperson for the Queensland environment department on Friday said that the officials were probing the links between the two deaths and added that they feared the protected animals were being “targeted and deliberately killed”.</p>

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<p>Saltwater crocodiles had nearly gone extinct in the early 1970s as they were often the target of hunters, but over the years sustained conservation efforts allowed the population&nbsp;to rebound, resulting in a gradual increase in attacks on humans.</p>

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Australian authorities have launched a manhunt against a possible serial crocodile killer after an anonymous caller bragged about killing the reptile at Queensland’s Daintree River.

Australian authorities have launched a manhunt against a possible serial crocodile killer after an anonymous caller bragged about killing the reptile at Queensland’s Daintree River. A local crocodile tour operator had first received the call from an unidentified man shortly after finding the decapitated head and spine of Lizzie, a 40-year-old female saltwater crocodile which had over the decades become a friendly tourist icon, posing for “thousands” of pictures. “This guy rang up anonymously, and also left a message on Facebook,” David White told news.com.au “He told me he did it, and that he was the apex predator, not the crocodile. He seemed to want to be at the top of the food chain because he had a gun. “He said he killed her and fed her meat to the dogs. Then the man admitted to killing another crocodile a few months earlier, who had been found without its head." White said that the caller claimed to have decapitated Lizzie and a much larger crocodile in Cow Bay in April. In the Cow Bay case, the crocodile’s head was chopped off and the body was left behind. “She was my favourite female crocodile, the first one I named out there. I named her after Queen Elizabeth because she had a habit of waving at you like the queen.” Though officials are investigating Lizzie’s death, White said that it was obvious from the way her head and spine had been cleanly removed that it was at the hand of a human. Lizzy, the beloved crocodile David White, owner of Solar Whisperer Wildlife Cruises for the last 26 years, had grown affectionate of her during the times he spent there. He has been left devastated by the loss and was shaken by the brutal nature of her death. “I named her Lizzie many years ago because she had this habit of waving at you like the Queen,” he told News.com.au. Also read | Shark that ate Russian tourist on camera to be mummified, put on display “It looked like a royal wave, and the name stuck. We have names for all the crocodiles in the area and the royal theme has continued.” A spokesperson for the Queensland environment department on Friday said that the officials were probing the links between the two deaths and added that they feared the protected animals were being “targeted and deliberately killed”. Also read | Indian man believed to be dead, found eating momos in another state Saltwater crocodiles had nearly gone extinct in the early 1970s as they were often the target of hunters, but over the years sustained conservation efforts allowed the population to rebound, resulting in a gradual increase in attacks on humans. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Australian officials on hunt for serial crocodile killer after back-to-back carnage

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<p>A man in Australia escaped with his life after a saltwater crocodile attacked him at an exclusive resort in Queensland. Marcus McGowan, 51, was snorkelling when the predator attacked him from behind. However, he pulled its jaws off his head, suffering severe scratches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>McGowan received immediate medical attention at a nearby island hospital. He is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in Cairns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the time of the incident, McGowan was in the water with a group of people about 28 km off Haggerstone Island near Cape York. "I thought it was a shark, but when I reached up, I realised it was a crocodile. I was able to lever its jaws open just far enough to get my head out," he told BBC. The crocodile, speculated to be a juvenile, returned from behind for another go. McGowan pushed it away but suffered a bit to his hand.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Are crocodile attacks common in Australia?</strong></h2>

<p>Crocodile attacks are rare in Australia. However, the number of attacks has increased in the last few months. They are common in Australia's tropical north.</p>

<p>In February, rangers shot a 13.4 ft crocodile that attacked a man and ate his dog at a boat ramp in north Cairns. Since record-keeping began in 1985, this was the 13th fatal crocodile attack that happened in Queensland. Earlier in May, Australian authorities found the remains of a 65-year-old fisherman Kevin Darmody inside a 13.4 ft crocodile on the nearby Kennedy River.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the environment department in Queensland, crocodiles in the open sea can be tough to locate as the predators can travel several miles every day. However, they guaranteed to probe the incident.</p>

<p>The management programme in Queensland ensured the removal of 'problem crocodiles' from public areas to protect the public. The authorities euthanise the predator only in rare cases.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia banned crocodile hunting in 1971. Since then, the crocodile population has bounced back. According to a report from Wired, there are around 100,000 saltwater crocodiles in northern Australia. Their average size is 20 ft, and their average weight is 1000 pounds. These 'salties' lurk in warm rivers, lagoons, and billabongs and feed on animals like pigs, water buffalos, and small sharks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In 2005, the Australian government rejected the plan to allow trophy hunting of saltwater crocodiles in northern Australia despite two fatal attacks on divers. International croc experts supported the proposal to legalise crocodile hunting. However, animal welfare organisations regarded it as cruel.</p>

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A man in Australia escaped with his life after a saltwater crocodile attacked him at an exclusive resort in Queensland. Marcus McGowan, 51, was snorkelling when the predator attacked him from behind.

A man in Australia escaped with his life after a saltwater crocodile attacked him at an exclusive resort in Queensland. Marcus McGowan, 51, was snorkelling when the predator attacked him from behind. However, he pulled its jaws off his head, suffering severe scratches. McGowan received immediate medical attention at a nearby island hospital. He is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in Cairns. At the time of the incident, McGowan was in the water with a group of people about 28 km off Haggerstone Island near Cape York. "I thought it was a shark, but when I reached up, I realised it was a crocodile. I was able to lever its jaws open just far enough to get my head out," he told BBC. The crocodile, speculated to be a juvenile, returned from behind for another go. McGowan pushed it away but suffered a bit to his hand. Are crocodile attacks common in Australia? Crocodile attacks are rare in Australia. However, the number of attacks has increased in the last few months. They are common in Australia's tropical north. In February, rangers shot a 13.4 ft crocodile that attacked a man and ate his dog at a boat ramp in north Cairns. Since record-keeping began in 1985, this was the 13th fatal crocodile attack that happened in Queensland. Earlier in May, Australian authorities found the remains of a 65-year-old fisherman Kevin Darmody inside a 13.4 ft crocodile on the nearby Kennedy River. According to the environment department in Queensland, crocodiles in the open sea can be tough to locate as the predators can travel several miles every day. However, they guaranteed to probe the incident. The management programme in Queensland ensured the removal of 'problem crocodiles' from public areas to protect the public. The authorities euthanise the predator only in rare cases. Australia banned crocodile hunting in 1971. Since then, the crocodile population has bounced back. According to a report from Wired, there are around 100,000 saltwater crocodiles in northern Australia. Their average size is 20 ft, and their average weight is 1000 pounds. These 'salties' lurk in warm rivers, lagoons, and billabongs and feed on animals like pigs, water buffalos, and small sharks. In 2005, the Australian government rejected the plan to allow trophy hunting of saltwater crocodiles in northern Australia despite two fatal attacks on divers. International croc experts supported the proposal to legalise crocodile hunting. However, animal welfare organisations regarded it as cruel. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Australian man escapes crocodile attack by prising its jaws off his head

<p>A Cambodian man was killed by 40 crocodiles on Friday after he fell into their concrete enclosure. The incident took place at his family’s reptile farm in Siem Reap. 72-year-old Luan Nam was reportedly trying to move a crocodile where it had laid eggs from the cage. The man was using a stick as a goad; however, the crocodile attacked the goad and pulled it towards itself, causing the man to lose balance and fall right into the enclosure.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A large group of reptiles then went right after the man and tore him into pieces. His one arm was bitten off and swallowed by crocodiles. Later, his body remains were recovered from the enclosure with bite marks all over.</p>

<h2><strong>Police reveal details about the incident</strong></h2>

<p>Mey Savry, police chief of Siem Reap commune, was quoted by AFP as saying, “While he was chasing a crocodile out of an egg-laying cage, the crocodile attacked the stick, causing him to fall into the enclosure." He added, “Then other crocodiles pounced, attacking him until he was dead."</p>

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<p>Police also revealed that the victim was the president of the local crocodile farmers’ association. His family will now sell his entire stock after having urged him for years to stop raising crocodiles on their reptile farm.&nbsp;<br />
The police chief also said that a two-year-old girl was killed and eaten by crocodiles in her family’s reptile farm in the same village back in 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Siem Reap known for having crocodiles as major inhabitants</strong></h2>

<p>Crocodiles are a prominent feature of Siem Reap's natural ecosystem, particularly in the Tonle Sap Lake and surrounding wetlands. That explains why there are so many reptile farms in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These ancient reptiles, known for their formidable presence, can be spotted basking in the sun along the riverbanks or stealthily gliding through the water. Siem Reap's crocodiles include both the saltwater crocodile, the largest living reptile species, and the smaller but equally impressive Siamese crocodile.</p>

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A Cambodian man was killed by 40 crocodiles on Friday after he fell into their concrete enclosure. The incident took place at his family’s reptile farm in Siem Reap.

A Cambodian man was killed by 40 crocodiles on Friday after he fell into their concrete enclosure. The incident took place at his family’s reptile farm in Siem Reap. 72-year-old Luan Nam was reportedly trying to move a crocodile where it had laid eggs from the cage. The man was using a stick as a goad; however, the crocodile attacked the goad and pulled it towards itself, causing the man to lose balance and fall right into the enclosure. Watch: Job seeker scared of online scam operations in Cambodia × A large group of reptiles then went right after the man and tore him into pieces. His one arm was bitten off and swallowed by crocodiles. Later, his body remains were recovered from the enclosure with bite marks all over. Police reveal details about the incident Mey Savry, police chief of Siem Reap commune, was quoted by AFP as saying, “While he was chasing a crocodile out of an egg-laying cage, the crocodile attacked the stick, causing him to fall into the enclosure." He added, “Then other crocodiles pounced, attacking him until he was dead." Also Read | Cambodia’s sole opposition disqualified ahead of July elections Police also revealed that the victim was the president of the local crocodile farmers’ association. His family will now sell his entire stock after having urged him for years to stop raising crocodiles on their reptile farm. The police chief also said that a two-year-old girl was killed and eaten by crocodiles in her family’s reptile farm in the same village back in 2019. Siem Reap known for having crocodiles as major inhabitants Crocodiles are a prominent feature of Siem Reap's natural ecosystem, particularly in the Tonle Sap Lake and surrounding wetlands. That explains why there are so many reptile farms in the region. These ancient reptiles, known for their formidable presence, can be spotted basking in the sun along the riverbanks or stealthily gliding through the water. Siem Reap's crocodiles include both the saltwater crocodile, the largest living reptile species, and the smaller but equally impressive Siamese crocodile. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

40 crocodiles tear apart Cambodian man after he accidentally falls into their enclosure

<p>An Australian man's remains, who died while fishing with friends, have been discovered inside a crocodile in&nbsp;northern Queensland.&nbsp;Kevin Darmody was last seen in Kennedy's Bend, a well-known saltwater crocodile habitat in a far-flung area of northern Queensland&nbsp;On Saturday (April 29).&nbsp;</p>

<p>After two days of extensive search, police euthanised two large crocodiles and discovered human remains, as reported by BBC.</p>

<p>Police described it as a "tragic ending" to the search for the 65-year-old, although the remains have not yet been&nbsp;identified.</p>

<p>Darmody was a well-known local resident of Cape York and an accomplished fisherman.&nbsp;</p>

<p>About 1.5 km (0.9 miles) from where he was last seen, the two crocodiles, which were 4.1m&nbsp;(13.4 ft) and 2.8m in length, were shot and killed on Monday (April 1).</p>

<p>Despite the fact that only one of the reptiles contained human remains, wildlife officers are convinced that both were present during the incident.</p>

<p>The fishermen with&nbsp;Darmody at the time did not witness&nbsp;the attack but reported hearing him shout, followed by a loud splash.</p>

<p>I raced down… but there was no sign of him, just his thongs [flip-flops] on the bank and nothing else," his friend John Peiti&nbsp;told the Cape York Weekly.</p>

<p>In the tropical north of Australia, crocodiles are abundant, although attacks are uncommon. Since records have been kept in Queensland since 1985, Darmody's death is just the 13th fatal attack there.</p>

<p>A crocodile was believed to have killed an elderly woman who went missing in Port Douglas in 2017. In another isolated case, a woman was attacked and killed in Daintree National Park the previous year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Queensland's crocodile population has increased from a low of about 5,000&nbsp;to over 30,000 as of today owing&nbsp;to a hunting ban that was enacted in 1974.</p>

<p>According to a 2019-research, there are 1.7 adult crocodiles on average per river kilometre&nbsp;assessed, said a BBC report.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As part of Queensland's management system, "problem crocodiles" are pulled out&nbsp;of locations where they endanger the public's safety and, in very rare circumstances, put to death.</p>

<p>These figures are dwarfed by Australia's Northern Territory (NT), which has the biggest wild crocodile population in the world, with some 100,000 of the reptiles.</p>

<p>Since 2005, there had been an average of 1-2 deaths in the region&nbsp;from crocodile attacks, although none have happened since 2018. This is despite awareness efforts urging people to be "crocwise" around rivers.</p>

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An Australian man's remains, who died while fishing with friends, have been discovered inside a crocodile in northern Queensland. Kevin Darmody was last seen in Kennedy's Bend, a well-known saltwater crocodile habitat in a far-flung area of northern Queensland On Saturday (April 29).

An Australian man's remains, who died while fishing with friends, have been discovered inside a crocodile in northern Queensland. Kevin Darmody was last seen in Kennedy's Bend, a well-known saltwater crocodile habitat in a far-flung area of northern Queensland On Saturday (April 29). After two days of extensive search, police euthanised two large crocodiles and discovered human remains, as reported by BBC. Police described it as a "tragic ending" to the search for the 65-year-old, although the remains have not yet been identified. Darmody was a well-known local resident of Cape York and an accomplished fisherman. About 1.5 km (0.9 miles) from where he was last seen, the two crocodiles, which were 4.1m (13.4 ft) and 2.8m in length, were shot and killed on Monday (April 1). Despite the fact that only one of the reptiles contained human remains, wildlife officers are convinced that both were present during the incident. The fishermen with Darmody at the time did not witness the attack but reported hearing him shout, followed by a loud splash. I raced down… but there was no sign of him, just his thongs [flip-flops] on the bank and nothing else," his friend John Peiti told the Cape York Weekly. In the tropical north of Australia, crocodiles are abundant, although attacks are uncommon. Since records have been kept in Queensland since 1985, Darmody's death is just the 13th fatal attack there. A crocodile was believed to have killed an elderly woman who went missing in Port Douglas in 2017. In another isolated case, a woman was attacked and killed in Daintree National Park the previous year. Queensland's crocodile population has increased from a low of about 5,000 to over 30,000 as of today owing to a hunting ban that was enacted in 1974. According to a 2019-research, there are 1.7 adult crocodiles on average per river kilometre assessed, said a BBC report. As part of Queensland's management system, "problem crocodiles" are pulled out of locations where they endanger the public's safety and, in very rare circumstances, put to death. These figures are dwarfed by Australia's Northern Territory (NT), which has the biggest wild crocodile population in the world, with some 100,000 of the reptiles. Since 2005, there had been an average of 1-2 deaths in the region from crocodile attacks, although none have happened since 2018. This is despite awareness efforts urging people to be "crocwise" around rivers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>When it comes to protecting family, an individual can go to any length, even if it punching a crocodile in the face.</p>

<p>Georgia and Melissa, 28-year-old twins, were swimming in a lagoon near Puerto Escondido in Mexico when they were attacked by a crocodile.</p>

<p>As the sisters were busy spotting turtles, Melissa suddenly disappeared under the water and Georgia started looking for her sister.</p>

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<p>Mellisa was spotted under the water by her sister but was unconscious. "Georgia found her unresponsive and started to drag her back to the safety of a boat,” the twin’s 33-year-old sister Hana from Alton in Hampshire told BBC. "She dragged her back as the crocodile kept coming back for more - so she just started hitting it."</p>

<p>Georgia had heard that with some animals, one has to start hitting them to scare them away, especially when they are hunting.</p>

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<p>The crocodile came back thrice to attack Mellisa and tossed her around "like a rag doll". However, Georgia did not give up and kept punching the crocodile with all her might.</p>

<p>They were rushed to a nearby hospital in Mexico where Mellisa is in an induced coma as she had water in her lungs, and doctors are worried she might have punctured a lung too.</p>

<p>"Both Georgia and Melissa are on heavy doses of intravenous antibiotics, so we're really hoping that if any infection does develop that they'll be able to catch it really quickly," Hana said.</p>

<p>Their family has started a crowdfunding campaign to collect funds to pay for the treatment the sisters are receiving in Mexico, and their dad is in contact with the British Embassy in Mexico to try and get support for his daughters’ treatment.</p>

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When it comes to protecting family, an individual can go to any length, even if it punching a crocodile in the face. Georgia and Melissa, 28-year-old twins, were swimming in a lagoon near Puerto Escondido in Mexico when they were attacked by a crocodile.

When it comes to protecting family, an individual can go to any length, even if it punching a crocodile in the face. Georgia and Melissa, 28-year-old twins, were swimming in a lagoon near Puerto Escondido in Mexico when they were attacked by a crocodile. As the sisters were busy spotting turtles, Melissa suddenly disappeared under the water and Georgia started looking for her sister. Also read | Sarah Everard case: UK police officer confesses to kidnap and rape Mellisa was spotted under the water by her sister but was unconscious. "Georgia found her unresponsive and started to drag her back to the safety of a boat,” the twin’s 33-year-old sister Hana from Alton in Hampshire told BBC. "She dragged her back as the crocodile kept coming back for more - so she just started hitting it." Georgia had heard that with some animals, one has to start hitting them to scare them away, especially when they are hunting. Also read | Internet outage hits websites of global media , White House, UK govt The crocodile came back thrice to attack Mellisa and tossed her around "like a rag doll". However, Georgia did not give up and kept punching the crocodile with all her might. They were rushed to a nearby hospital in Mexico where Mellisa is in an induced coma as she had water in her lungs, and doctors are worried she might have punctured a lung too. "Both Georgia and Melissa are on heavy doses of intravenous antibiotics, so we're really hoping that if any infection does develop that they'll be able to catch it really quickly," Hana said. Their family has started a crowdfunding campaign to collect funds to pay for the treatment the sisters are receiving in Mexico, and their dad is in contact with the British Embassy in Mexico to try and get support for his daughters’ treatment. The two sisters had been travelling while volunteering and working in animal sanctuaries.

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