A small freshwater crocodile reportedly found near Mudgeeraba on the Gold Coast has been handed over to wildlife rangers by a concerned member of the public.
The crocodile was reportedly found by a man on a suburban street on 30 March 2025 and he took it home before contacting the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation (DETSI).
Wildlife rangers collected the animal on 31 March 2025 and took it to the department's Moggill facility for assessment.
The animal is believed to be around two months old and appears to be in good health. Following vet checks, the crocodile could be placed with a farm or zoo.
The circumstances that led to the animal being found on the Gold Coast are being investigated.
The animal is believed to either be an escaped pet or to have been illegally taken from the wild.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact DETSI on 1300 130 372. Information can be provided anonymously.
Freshwater crocodiles are native to Queensland, but their natural habitat is in rural areas in central, western and northwest Queensland. The Gold Coast is not considered to be freshwater crocodile habitat.
