President Trump stated, "I was thinking about that, I must say. It was meant more as a joke but the more I thought of it, the more I liked it, if you wanna know the truth. They were actually crocodiles from Africa. They are a step beyond."
John Lever's dedication to saltwater crocodiles spans over 82 years, beginning with the capture of a three-metre female crocodile in 1982, highlighting the long-standing relationship between humans and wildlife in the region.
According to neighbors, the animals have caused controversy between residents who consider them a threat to pets and children and those who believe the animals should be left alone as they're protected under the Federal Endangered Species Act.
Crocodiles in the Northern Territory are now consuming about nine times more prey than 50 years ago, significantly impacting the ecosystem and nutrient cycling.