Crocodilian attacks, how to avoid them, and why they really occur.
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As some of the oldest species on the planet, alligators and crocodiles have no natural enemies. Except for humans, that is. But in the event of a confrontation between man and beast, it’s common for the crocodilian to be the victor. Killer Gators and Crocs describes alligator and crocodile attacks from around the world, including deadly encounters and miraculous escapes. Some were unavoidable tragedies, but many were the gruesome result of foolish mistakes. This book explains what compels these reptiles to attack humans and what can be done to prevent an attack.
Garlock writes in detail about attacks from Egypt, China, Africa, South America, and the United States, including details of Florida’s three most recent confrontations. The resulting stories dramatically recreate these attacks and
then examine their causes. Meticulously researched and chock-full of expert knowledge, Killer Gators and Crocs stands as a vital and important part of
our literature on nature and survival.
Garlock writes in detail about attacks from Egypt, China, Africa, South America, and the United States, including details of Florida’s three most recent confrontations. The resulting stories dramatically recreate these attacks and
then examine their causes. Meticulously researched and chock-full of expert knowledge, Killer Gators and Crocs stands as a vital and important part of
our literature on nature and survival.
About the Author
Michael Garlock has written extensively about reptiles for many national publications, including Reptile magazine, Florida Naturalist, Reptile & Amphibian Hobbyist, and Wildland Firefighter magazine. He lives in Naples, Florida.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Don't read this book outside ...,
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This review is from: Killer Gators and Crocs: Gruesome Encounters from Across the Globe (Paperback)
If human death is not your cup of tea, forget "Killer Gators and Crocs". The carnage here is resplendant. As many as five or six people die per page. After a couple chapters of redeeming scientific value (boring) the killing begins with "Chapter Three - Contact with People, Not a Good Idea".
This book may actually save some lives. While reading, I often said "Note to self: Don't do this!" Yes, around the world these merciless killers feast on our species' dumber individuals. Darwin lives. Lots of good advice here - e.g., if you are in the tropics, don't dangle a foot over a swamp.
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I have always been interested in alligators and crocodiles and this book did not let me down. It was very interesting.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Some good information, some mistakes, one asks why was this book written?,
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This review is from: Killer Gators and Crocs: Gruesome Encounters from Across the Globe (Paperback)
This book is essentially a collection of attack type horror stories intermixed with some species specific information. Some of the information on the animals themselves is good, some of the biology information is not. The author seems uncertain as to the direction of the book as a whole and in spots it comes of looking and reading hodgepodge.
As a whole the book is an interesting read if you like tabloid type attack stories but I wouldn't recommend it for anything else.
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croc habitat, estimated wild population, crocodilian populations, crocodilian species, other crocodilians, large crocs, croc attacks, crocodile habitat, nonfatal attacks, black caiman, crocodile attacks, crocodile population, alligator attacks, spectacled caiman, saltwater crocodile, male alligator, theatrical movies, wildlife officials, alligator hides, alligator farms Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Red List, Northern Territory, New Guinea, New York, South Africa, Lake Nasser, Ivory Coast, South America, Sanibel Island, Sri Lanka, Andrew Kerr, Brett Mann, Hong Kong, Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land, Costa Rica, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lake Victoria, Lee County, New Orleans, New World, Sierra Leone, West African, Alicia Sorohan New!
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croc habitat, estimated wild population, crocodilian populations, crocodilian species, other crocodilians, large crocs, croc attacks, crocodile habitat, nonfatal attacks, black caiman, crocodile attacks, crocodile population, alligator attacks, spectacled caiman, saltwater crocodile, male alligator, theatrical movies, wildlife officials, alligator hides, alligator farms Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, Red List, Northern Territory, New Guinea, New York, South Africa, Lake Nasser, Ivory Coast, South America, Sanibel Island, Sri Lanka, Andrew Kerr, Brett Mann, Hong Kong, Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land, Costa Rica, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lake Victoria, Lee County, New Orleans, New World, Sierra Leone, West African, Alicia Sorohan New!
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- The Crocodile Hunter by et al Terry Irwin on page 5, and page 206
- Riverside County by Automobile Club of Southern California on page 53, and page 54
- Endangered Species by National Parks on page 95
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