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American Crocodile Caught with Dog in Florida Canal

11/1/2025

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) captured an American crocodile in a Florida canal after it was seen swimming with a dog in its mouth.
The incident occurred in South Patrick Shores near an elementary school, and resident Zack Spurlock witnessed it.
The FWC said the crocodile was the area’s only documented specimen since 2018 and officials urged residents to keep pets and children away from water.

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Story summary

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) captured an American crocodile in a Florida canal after it was seen swimming with a dog in its mouth.
The incident occurred in South Patrick Shores near an elementary school, and resident Zack Spurlock witnessed it.
The FWC said the crocodile was the area’s only documented specimen since 2018 and officials urged residents to keep pets and children away from water.