Croc-Lover Captures 3,4m Crocodile With His Bare Hands

Art Williams was the one who spotted the crocodile in his garden over Easter weekend in Texas, USA.

Speaking about the unexpected visitor Mr Williams said he’s used to alligators being in the area, which is why he built a fence to keep them away from the pond where his grandchildren swim. However, this reptile somehow managed to trespass on Williams’  backyard.

Gary Saurage, 45, who runs the Gator Country wildlife park in Beaumont, Texas, was called out on Monday morning to catch a giant reptile

In his own words: “My wife and I are just going for a walk, with our new dog, and there’s that 3,4 meter-long alligator just about 4 meters from us.”  Williams called on the help of Gary Saurage, who runs the Gator Country wildlife park, to remove the massive animal, for everyone’s safety.

After a bit of work, as the beast was being particularly aggressive, the croc was safely hauled out of the pond. The animal was later confirmed as a male, around 35 to 40 years old, his weight is about 180kg and length 3,4m.

Saurage took the reptile back to his park to join more than 400 other alligators

Saurage took the reptile back to his park to join more than 400 other alligators. He says there’s no reason for people to fear the toothy lizards, as long as they keep a safe distance and never attempt to feed them. He points out that alligators can run 35km per hour on land and “you can’t run that fast.”