June 2025

Crocodiles are one of the oldest surviving species on earth. Their presence is recorded in the works of Herodotus, Shakespeare and many other classical writers. They have been part of Africa and African mythology since ancient times, but years ago crocodiles were mysteriously dying off in the rivers of South Africa’s Northern provinces in the area around the Kruger Park. Some 120 carcasses were found and scientists were studying what is happening to the animals. Many believe that the deaths of the crocodiles are linked to climate change.