Meet Henry, Worlds Oldest Living Nile Crocodile, Survivor Of Two Pandemics, 21 US Presidents, Father To Thousands; Its Age Is...
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When it comes to the birth year of Henry, it's believed that the croc hatched around 1900, in the wild Okavango Delta of Botswana. New Territory (1903)
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At a relatively young age, around three years old, Henry was captured in 1903. Reports suggest his capture was due to a dangerous habit of attacking humans in the delta. Decades at Captivity
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Before finding his permanent home, Henry resided in various locations for over 80 years. These early years in captivity contributed to his long history. New Home
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In 1985, Henry found his permanent residence at the Crocworld Conservation Centre in Scottburgh, South Africa. This facility has been his sanctuary for nearly four decades. Thousands Kids
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At Crocworld, Henry lives amongst several female Nile crocodiles. The world's oldest living crocodile Henry has fathered over 10,000 offspring and continues to amaze the world with his remarkable longevity and vitality. Oldest Croc Debate
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For a long time, Henry's claim as the oldest living crocodile was often discussed alongside Cassius, a large saltwater crocodile in Australia. Cassius, who recently passed away in November 2024, was Guinness World Records' recognized largest crocodile in captivity. Reign Of Elder
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With the passing of Cassius, Henry stands as the widely acknowledged oldest living crocodile. While Guinness World Records doesn't currently have an official "oldest living crocodile" category, the evidence strongly supports Henry's remarkable age, celebrated annually at Crocworl
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