Species intro
Johnstone River Crocodile (juv)
Endemic to Australia. Found in rivers that run to the coast of Northern Qld, NT and WA. Usually more inland and at higher elevations than the Saltwater Croc. Length Male 200-300 cm, Female 140 - 180 cm. Weight Male 30-90kg, female 20 -45kg. They live to 50yrs or more. Diet is insects mainly but will eat fish, birds and mammals. Don't attack humans unless provoked. Can run at 18kph but only for about 100 m.
The freshwater crocodile , also known as the Australian freshwater crocodile, Johnston's crocodile or colloquially as freshie, is a species of reptile endemic to the northern regions of Australia.
Unlike their much larger Australian relative the saltwater crocodile, freshwater crocodiles are not known as man-eaters and rarely cause fatalities, although they will bite in self-defense if cornered.
