In northern Australia, a 3.6-meter-long crocodile that had been terrorizing an Aboriginal community by attacking residents and even consuming their dogs met its end at the hands of local police. The crocodile had been menacing the village, located in the Northern Territory, and had become a significant threat to the community.
After discussions with Aboriginal elders, the decision was made to shoot the crocodile on a Tuesday. Following this, the community decided to honor their traditions by preparing a meal from the reptile during a traditional festival. Local Aborigines confirmed to AFP that the crocodile meat was used to prepare dishes such as crocodile tail soup and pieces of crocodile meat wrapped in banana leaves and baked.
The crocodile originally appeared in a river near the village during flooding earlier in the year. Its aggressive behavior, which included jumping at villagers from the water and kidnapping dogs, prompted authorities to take action to ensure the safety of the community.
This event not only resolved a dangerous situation but also allowed the community to uphold their cultural practices and use the crocodile sustainably.