Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Since its listing as an endangered species in 1975, the American crocodile population in Florida has recovered from just a few hundred individuals to approximately 2,000 non-hatchling crocodiles – a conservation success story in the making! With this rise in population, sightings have increased and you may have heard about them in the news or online. This video addresses some frequently asked questions about this threatened species and FWRI’s current crocodile research.
Despite their shy and reclusive nature, be sure to respect their space and keep your distance. The future of this threatened species relies on the safe co-existence between humans and crocodiles. Learn more: myfwc.com/research/wildlife/amphibians-reptiles/crocodilians/crocodile
Since its listing as an endangered species in 1975, the American crocodile population in Florida has recovered from just a few hundred individuals to approximately 2,000 non-hatchling crocodiles – a conservation success story in the making! With this rise in population, sightings have increased and you may have heard about them in the news or online. This video addresses some frequently asked questions about this threatened species and FWRI’s current crocodile research.
Despite their shy and reclusive nature, be sure to respect their space and keep your distance. The future of this threatened species relies on the safe co-existence between humans and crocodiles. Learn more: myfwc.com/research/wildlife/amphibians-reptiles/crocodilians/crocodile
