How do you save a Crocodile attack? In my never-ending quest for unusual useful information, I came upon an argument over how to survive being attacked by a Crocodile or Alligator. I’m in the fortunate position that hopefully, I will never need this information. However, being the kind of person I am, I like to share any tips that I come across.
No Crocs Here
I don’t know of any wild Crocs in Wales, or indeed anywhere else in the U.K. There are probably a few kept in zoos about the place. However, if you live in Australia or parts of Miami in the U.S. there probably is the chance that you may come across at least one meeting with these armour-plated beasts in your lifetime.
Jaws of Steel
Should you ever find yourself in the unfortunate position of being held tightly between the jaws of a Crocodile or Alligator and the future isn’t looking too good for you, behold, here are a few words of wisdom that could save the day. Poke it in the eye! There, remember this little gem, you never know when you might need it.
Tasty Legs
To be honest though, if you suddenly find yourself in the grip of the jaws of one of these scaly monsters, I bet the shirt on my back that the last thing you’re thinking is how you reach up with one of your index fingers to jab it right in his peeper. You’ll be history before you can say, ‘Oh my, I’m in big trouble here!’ Or words to that effect.
My real top tip is to stay well clear of these things. They need to eat, just like us, and if they see a tasty leg that’s close by, and it belongs to you, they’ll go for it. Before I bore everyone to death, I can’t believe that I’ve just read a page where one guy says poke its eye and another so-called expert says not to do that as it will make it even angrier. Really? Beware, caught in the mouth of a Crocodile, you are 100% history.
What to do if you encounter a Crocodile.
Thanks for the great advice. I think I shall gracefully tell it I am not a tastey meal because I am far too acidic.
Thank you, Lauren. Ha, you’ll give the Crocodile heartburn 😊
Im in California and luckily for me the only time I seen one was at the zoo. 😁
Thank you and that’s the best place for them in urban areas. 😊
I’m also highly unlikely to be caught within the jaws of a crocodile. Isn’t there a song about that?
I caught the tail end (no pun intended) of a news item the other day about a pair of English twins where one twin had saved the other from a crocodile when it grabbed her sister’s arm. Tuning in a little late I never did find out how she she managed to save her sister! 🙂
Thank you, Sue. I think it is from a song, but I can’t recall the film it’s from. I’ve not heard the story of the twins, that must have been terrifying for them both. I think I have a phobia of reptiles as I will always avoid them. 😊
So kind of you
You’re welcome, Derrick 😊
Hmmm! Think I’ll stay here and avoid the places where those beastis lurk!
I’m with you, I am staying putt. Thank you 😊
haha, you reminded me that I have a book with so much information that very few would ever use! Title is, “How To Hold A Crocodile.” On page 9 is one note of how to race a croc, I suppose that would be if you ever wanted to race one!!
Thank you GP, although I don’t think I would race one. Sounds an interesting book though. 😊
Seems to me it might be a very good idea to stay away from these ferocious creatures.
So holiday north might be better ….. but not so warm.
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Thank you, Miriam. Yes, I am certainly staying well away 😊
Trev, I have lived in Florida since 1995. Seeing Alligators is common near fresh water, but humans are usually quite safe. Alligators don’t hang out at the beach, so no worries there! If you see alligators sunning on a riverbank, take their photo, but don’t get too close to them…certainly not close enough to poke them in the eye! 🙂 Though they may appear to be sleeping, they can move very quickly and can slap you with their powerful tails. Don’t feed them, because they may lose their natural fear of humans. Humans are not on the alligator menu, but small dogs and cats may be. If someone sees an alligator in their community lake or canal, they call animal control to move it to a more remote location.
Have no fear, Trev, you can safely plan your next vacation here! 🙂 Alligators will not eat you, but you can eat them if you wish, thanks to alligator farms. If you would like to have your photo taken holding a baby alligator, many Florida attractions will provide you that opportunity. Crocodiles live in the far south and are very rare, but you can see them in animal parks.
Thank you, Cheryl. I certainly wouldn’t get too close to them. Maybe one day I will visit, but until then I will stay as far from Alligators as possible. 😊
That post was a real croc…
Thanks Herb. 🤣🤣
Spot them first and run!
That is good advice, John, thank you. 😊
Good practical info! I could have used that 20 years ago when I took my inflatable kayak on a business trip to Orlando, Florida. I did some paddling on a lake there, and apparently the locals thought I was nuts since it was full of gators. Last time I ever kayaked in Florida.
Whoa, that is scary, Jim!! Thank you. 😊
Fortunately this is one dilemma I am most unlikely to encounter! Though in my youth….
Thank you, Yeti, but at anytime, I wouldn’t want an encounter. 😊
Thank you Trev: I am so relieved to finally be armed with a plan against an impending crocodile attack!
Thank you, Carolyn and glad to be of service.😊
I recall reading that the muscles used to open their jaws are very weak, so if you hold their jaws closed they will be unable to open them. Next time you encounter one can you try that out please Trev, and let us know!
I will give that a miss, thank you, Peter. 😊
I’ve heard “poke ’em in the eye” also works with sharks. However, here in Colorado, shark and croc attacks are very unlikely. Cougar attacks, on the other hand …
Ooh, Cougar attacks. That’s a whole different ball game. Thank you. 😊
Lol! Well, no crocs in ireland, and I hope I’ll never meet one! I did see one when I was in florida, I was on a bus, and we passed a river where there was a big alligator. X
Thank you, Carol and that was definitely the safest place to be, on the bus. 😊
I learned the hard way to never smile at a crocodile 🐊😊
Yikes!! I hope it wasn’t too dangerous for you? Thank you, Holly😊
We have alligators in Florida.
Please keep them there. Thank you, Susie 😊
How to survive a crocodile attack summed up in one sentence: “My real top tip is to stay well clear of these things.” 😂😂😂 With the way our sewerage systems are going in the UK, I wouldn’t be surprised if a croc got into the water and crawled its way up a loo, so be warned before you sit down. I saw a picture of small croc in someone’s toilet once, and ever since I always look down there first because I’m taking no chances. I don’t think I could do the eye poke though. I’m creeped out by eyes so I don’t think I could do it unless I’ve got a looooong stick to jab with.
Thank you, Caz. Now you have me worried!!! 🥴🥴🥴😊
As I live in the land where this is a real possibility…I am grateful for your words of wisdom! Not really sure how I would react, but I can tell you on my walk the other day I encountered a black snake (they say “harmless”) I’m not sure who was more afraid…as the snake “jumped” yes “jumped” to the bushes…and I jumped into the road…almost in front of an SUV! I locked eyes with the lady passenger who looked more afraid than I did! I am 100% certain that she knew exactly why I almost became their hood ornament!!
Hope you are well!
Thank you, Lorrie. That would terrify me too. I’m glad you had a happy ending though. Stay safe. 😊
Hopefully I never have to use this information. Living in Massachusetts I think I am safe!
Hopefully, you won’t but you know who to thank if you’re ever do. Thank you, Cheryl. 😊
I imagine they take the toothy grin as an insult. 🙂
You could be right! Thank you. 😊
Well I’m from Chicago, IL USA 7/16/2019 and just to let you know we had an alligator at our Humboldt Park Lagoon. Chicago brought a expert from Florida. Now some did try to catch him but had no luck.
Alligator was named “Chance the Snapper.” He was 5 feet, 6 inches.
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Yikes. I’m glad they caught him. Thank you, Hope. 😊