Are crocodiles dangerous? Or is it all poppycroc? With David White Crocodile Tour Guide

Reptile Rendezvous Podcast

David shares insights of what it's like to be a croc tour guide in Australia. David recounts his typical day on the job and discusses the stigmas, hype and misconceptions surrounding crocodiles. Alex and David also discuss the challenges crocs face due to habitat loss, climate change, and human interaction. Highlighting what listeners can do to help protect these incredible animals. This episode is both informative and inspiring, showcasing how everyone can make a difference. (00:00) Start

(00:10) Introductions & what David does

(03:17) Saltwater crocodiles and their studies

(09:50) ICUN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Conference

(11:17) Behavioural studies of saltwater crocodiles

(14:36) Mother and baby crocodiles & flooding

(15:58) Crocodiles and their reputations

(16:45) Representation of crocs in the media vs reality & human behaviours

(20:20) David's visit to Cape York, Queensland, Australia

(23:36) Media and newspapers scaremongering tactics & misconceptions

(28:02) Peoples common views and reactions to crocodiles in their natural habitat

(40:07) The most common misconceptions of crocodiles

(46:59) Facts vs fiction

(49:51) The Daintree locals

(52:37) Visiting Australia and America

(52:46) Favourite moments: Talking about baby crocs and Queen Lizzie

(54:24) More about the Daintree locals

(56:40) Closing talks

(57:09) People changing perceptions and helping to education people (Damian 'Wildman' Duffy & Savannah Boan)

(57:34) Thanks (59:56) End