How far south do crocodiles live?

The saltwater crocodile population in Australia is estimated at 100,000 to 200,000 adults. Its range extends from Broome, Western Australia through the entire Northern Territory coast all the way south to Rockhampton, Queensland.

How far inland are crocodiles?

Crocodiles have been known to travel on land up to 1 kilometre. Estuarine crocodiles have never been seen here in the past so they obviously don’t live here.

How far north are crocodiles found?

Within the United States, the American crocodile’s distribution is generally limited to the southern tip of Florida, though at least two have been found as far north as the Tampa Bay area.

Are there crocodiles near Brisbane?

Crocodiles are usually only found in the state’s north and they cannot be kept as pets in Queensland. A crocodile nicknamed Hector once lived in the river at Lismore in northern New South Wales — more than 800km from their usual habitat. A crocodile was caught in the Logan River near Brisbane in 1905.

Does southern Australia have crocodiles?

Crocodiles here in Australia are a northern thing, we don’t get them in the south and we certainly don’t get them here in Brisbane. As a rule of thumb, crocodiles generally live north of Gladstone and all way around the northern coastline of Australia right way across to Broome in Western Australia.

Are there crocodiles in South Australia?

Does Venezuela have crocodiles?

The Orinoco crocodile (Crocodylus intermedius) is a critically endangered crocodile. Its population is very small, and it can only be found in freshwater environments in Colombia and Venezuela (particularly the Orinoco river and its tributaries).

Are there alligators in Australia?

There are no alligators in Australia, only crocodiles. They can live in either fresh or saltwater and are found across much of the top coast of Australia. Both fresh and saltwater crocodiles live throughout Kakadu National Park, so if you do happen to see one, be sure to ask your guide about which species it may be.

Where in Australia do crocodiles live?

These frightening and fascinating animals live in the Northern part of Australia in a warm and tropical climate. You can find crocs along the north coast between Broome (Western Australia) and Rockhampton (QLD) and up to 200km inland. Here’s an overview about crocodiles in Australia.

Are crocodiles moving south?

Crocodiles have been known to travel hundreds of kilometres in order to find new territory, according to Darwin zoologist Adam Britton. A Queensland Department of Environment and Science (DES) spokesperson said they currently “don’t have evidence” to suggest crocodiles are expanding south.