SALTWATER CROCODILE

THE DANGEROUS CROCODILE IN THE AUSTRALIA...

 There are in fact 2 reported deaths from crocodiles every year. That makes them the most dangerous animal in Australia from a statistics point of view. They are found in the very north of Australia but can be seen as far down as Broome to the west and Tropical Queensland in the East. It's easy to avoid an encounter with a croc by following some simple rules.

Their name is a little strange as they actually prefer to live in freshwater rivers and lakes. They can grow to a huge size, are very territorial and can be very ferocious.

If you do plan to visit the top end, obey any NO SWIMMING CROCODILES signs. The government may not have put signs up in the less visited areas. Keep this in mind if you decide to explore of the beaten track.
If you do decide to camp in this area, don't camp too near to the waters edge and don't wash, etc., at the same point near the water every day as one day you may have an unexpected guest!