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March 3, 2026

Crocodile found by boy lurking in a creek near family's home, 1,200 miles from its tropical habitat

Updated on: March 3, 2026 / 6:56 AM EST / CBS/AP

Crocodile found by boy lurking in a creek near family's home, 1,200 miles from its tropical habitat

TL;DR

  • A 12-year-old boy spotted a meter-long crocodile in a creek in Newcastle, Australia.
  • Newcastle is 1,200 miles south of Australia's usual crocodile habitat.
  • Authorities and the boy's mother were initially skeptical of the sighting.
  • The Australian Reptile Park was contacted, and their manager suspected AI-generated fakes.
  • Police confirmed the crocodile's presence, and it was captured by the park's team.
  • The captured reptile is a freshwater crocodile (crocodylus johnstoni), a smaller species than saltwater crocodiles.
  • It is suspected the crocodile was a released pet.
  • The healthy crocodile is temporarily housed at the park.

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