Genetic evidence confirms Seychelles crocodiles were saltwater crocodiles capable of long-distance ocean dispersal, with a historic range exceeding 12,000 kilometers (~7500 miles).

Crocodiles are among the most powerful reptilian predators on Earth, and none grow larger than the saltwater crocodile.

Crocodiles already inspire fear at their modern size, but today’s saltwater crocodiles are only a shadow of what once lived in Earth’s rivers and wetlands. The fossil record shows that some ...

The largest reptile on the planet, the saltwater crocodile, is known to spend time in the ocean. In this slideshow, you can learn more about these remarkable reptiles that surf ocean currents for ...

Increased crocodile sightings in urban areas across Sabah, including Kota Kinabalu, do not indicate a growing population, but ...

Witnessing an apex predator is often enough for most people. But what happens when two of the most powerful shallow-water hunters cross paths? In most instances, not much. However, there are rare ...

Ramree Island During World War II Ramree Island lies off Myanmar’s western coast in Rakhine State. In January and February ...

A remote Australian community has taken revenge on a massive saltwater crocodile by eating the 3.6-meter (11.8-foot) beast blamed for devouring pets and chasing children. On Wednesday, police in the ...

Crocodiles are often described as survivors from a distant past. Creatures that have changed very little despite millions of years passing. Among them, two species repeatedly capture attention: the ...

Burt, a saltwater crocodile who starred in "Crocodile Dundee," has died at more than 90 years old. Crocosaurus Cove in Australia’s Northern Territory confirmed his death, calling it the "end of an ...