Crocodiles that can access food such as cattle carcasses or fish frames at boat ramps are more likely to be removed from the wild than those left to source their own food.

The Tully area is Croc Country and, despite the removal of this crocodile, people are warned they still need to be Crocwise in the Boar Creek area as other crocodiles could move in at any time.

Summer is crocodile breeding season, and male crocodiles can become aggressive and territorial.

Crocodiles that pose a threat to human safety are targeted for removal under the Queensland Crocodile Management Plan.

Residents and visitors in Queensland’s Croc Country are encouraged to report all crocodile sightings and every crocodile sighting report received is investigated.

People in Croc Country are urged to be CrocWise, which includes:

• Expect crocodiles in all waterways even if there is no warning sign
• Obey all warning signs – they are there to keep you safe
• Be aware crocs also swim in the ocean and be extra cautious around water at night
• Stay well away from crocodile traps – that includes when fishing and boating
• The smaller the vessel the greater the risk, so avoid using canoes and kayaks
• Stand back from the water’s edge when fishing and don’t wade in to retrieve a lure
• Camp as far back from the edge of the water as possible
• Never leave food, fish scraps or bait near the water, at camp sites or at boat ramps
• Never provoke, harass, or feed crocs
• Always supervise children near the water and keep pets on a lead.

• People are responsible for their own safety in Croc Country, and people are asked to make sensible choices around the water.

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