7 Oldest Crocodiles in The World

Crocodiles are some of the longest-living reptiles on Earth. These ancient creatures have been around for millions of years, evolving little since the time of the dinosaurs. Several crocodiles across the globe have reached remarkable ages, living in captivity or in the wild. Below, we’ll explore some of the oldest known crocodiles in the world, each with its own fascinating story of survival and longevity.

Cassius (Australia)

Cassius was born around 1903 and is currently over 120 years old. This massive saltwater crocodile lives in captivity at Marineland Crocodile Park in Queensland, Australia. Cassius holds the Guinness World Record for being the largest living crocodile in captivity. Weighing nearly a ton and measuring over 5 meters, Cassius is a giant of the reptile world. His impressive age makes him one of the oldest crocodiles ever recorded. He was captured in the Northern Territory before being moved to his current home, where he continues to thrive.

Gomek (United States)

Gomek was a massive saltwater crocodile born around 1909 and lived to be approximately 85 years old. He spent his last years at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm in Florida, where he became a beloved attraction due to his docile nature despite his intimidating size. Gomek measured over 5.5 meters in length and weighed more than 860 kilograms. He had previously lived in Papua New Guinea before being captured and brought to the United States. Gomek passed away in 1997, but his memory lives on, as his mounted body is still on display at the alligator farm.

Brutus (Australia)

Brutus is a large saltwater crocodile believed to be born around 1950, making him over 70 years old. He resides in the Adelaide River in Australia’s Northern Territory. Brutus is famous for his massive size, measuring over 5.5 meters in length and weighing around 1 ton. Despite his old age, he remains a dominant presence in the river. Brutus is well-known for missing a front leg, reportedly lost in a fight with a bull shark. His impressive age and fierce reputation make him one of the most famous crocodiles in Australia. Brutus continues to attract tourists eager to see this river giant in the wild.

Goliath (Australia)

Goliath crocodile — Image Editorial Credit: Sheba / Wikimedia Commons

Goliath is a saltwater crocodile born around the mid-1950s, now over 65 years old. He resides at the Koorana Crocodile Farm in Queensland, Australia, where he has spent much of his life. Goliath is known for his massive size, measuring over 5 meters in length and weighing close to 1,000 kilograms. His aggressive nature and immense strength have made him one of the top attractions at the farm. His advanced age and health are a testament to the care provided at the facility, ensuring he remains one of the largest and oldest crocodiles living in Australia.

Lolong (Philippines)

lolong crocodile — Image Editorial Credit: MartyWilliams / Wikimedia Commons

Lolong was a saltwater crocodile born around 1953. He lived to be around 59 years old before passing away in 2013. Lolong gained fame as the largest crocodile ever captured and measured over 6 meters in length. He resided in Bunawan Eco-Park and Wildlife Reservation Center in the Philippines. Though his life in captivity was cut short, Lolong remains a legendary figure in crocodile history. His massive size and brief stay in the park drew international attention, making him one of the most famous crocodiles in the world.

Maximo (United States)

Maximo is a massive saltwater crocodile born around 1971, making him over 50 years old. He lives at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park in Florida, USA. Maximo measures over 5.2 meters in length and weighs around 1,250 pounds, making him one of the largest crocodiles in the United States. He was brought to the park from Australia in the early 2000s. Despite his size and age, Maximo remains active and healthy, often drawing attention for his impressive feeding displays. His long lifespan and continued vitality make him a star attraction at the park.

Elvis (Australia)

Shrek crocodile — Image Editorial Credit: Martin Pelanek / Flickr

Elvis is a famous saltwater crocodile born in the early 1970s, making him over 50 years old. He resides at the Australian Reptile Park in New South Wales. Elvis gained international fame when he bit into a lawnmower in 2011, showing off his powerful jaws. He measures over 5 meters in length and weighs close to a ton. Elvis is known for his aggressive behavior and is one of the park’s star attractions, drawing visitors eager to see this ancient and fearsome predator.

This article originally appeared on Rarest.org.

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