Tracking crocodile movements could reduce attacks on humans, researchers say

By Nicky Phillips
Updated January 30 2015 - 10:08am, first published January 25 2015 - 2:29am
New research has found estuarine crocodiles, which most people know as saltwater crocodiles, were relatively inactive between January and August, remaining in backwaters.
New research has found estuarine crocodiles, which most people know as saltwater crocodiles, were relatively inactive between January and August, remaining in backwaters.
A crocodile with a GPS tracking device. Photo: Hamish Campbell
A crocodile with a GPS tracking device. Photo: Hamish Campbell

Scientists can predict when and how crocodiles move through river systems at different times of the year, saying this information should be used to educate the public on how to behave around waterways and reduce the risk of attacks.

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