Authorities believe the reptile was deliberately killed in a targeted attack.
Wildlife officials are investigating a "disgraceful act" of animal cruelty after a crocodile was found dead in the Ross River mangroves.
The crocodile was found near the Barnacle Street boat ramp in Townsville on August 15 and is believed to have suffered a "slow, agonising death". A poaching contraption made from a four-metre wired rope, hook and stone was found hanging from its mouth."When wildlife officers attended the scene, they discovered the 2.6m crocodile entangled in the mangroves," DES Senior Wildlife Officer, Tony Frisby said.
"Disturbingly, wildlife officers found a large hook attached to the wired rope, and they believe the hook was baited in a deliberate attempt to target and kill the crocodile."Wildlife officers are sweeping the area for similar baits and lures, which resemble the equipment used by poachers.
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