A Freshwater Crocodile held and her mouth taped shut so visitors can interact with her. - Freshwater crocodiles are used in many zoos as a way to interact and teach people about crocodiles in the wild. To do this however, this small freshwater crocodile needs to be taken from her exhibit everyday, her mouth taped to protect the public & keepers. She is then placed in a plastic container and taken to an area where she can be taken out and displayed for people to touch, pat and take a selfie with. - Captured at Billabong Zoo, Sancrox NSW Australia.

A Freshwater Crocodile held and her mouth taped shut so visitors can interact with her.

Freshwater crocodiles are used in many zoos as a way to interact and teach people about crocodiles in the wild. To do this however, this small freshwater crocodile needs to be taken from her exhibit everyday, her mouth taped to protect the public & keepers. She is then placed in a plastic container and taken to an area where she can be taken out and displayed for people to touch, pat and take a selfie with.
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Published Mon 24 July 2023
Captured/filmed 15 April 2018
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Billabong Zoo, Sancrox, New South Wales, Australia