Meet Henry: The World's Oldest Living Crocodile

By  Sheetal Kumari | September 4, 2024

At 123 years old, Henry is the world’s oldest living crocodile and reptile. He weighs 700 kg and stretches 16 feet long.

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Henry, the Oldest Crocodile

Henry's massive size is nearly as long as a minibus! He lives in South Africa, where he's a local legend.

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A Minibus-Sized Beast

Henry is a Nile crocodile, known for their deadly nature. He's lived in captivity at Scottburgh, South Africa, for 30 years.

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A Nile Crocodile in Captivity

Henry was born on December 16, 1900, in Botswana's Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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From the Okavango Delta

Hunter Sir Henry Neumann captured Henry rather than killing him. He named the crocodile after himself.

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Saved by Sir Henry Neumann

Henry once preyed on local tribes' children in Botswana, known for his fearsome teeth and large size.

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A Notorious Past

Now at Crocworld Conservation Centre, Henry's dark past contrasts with his current life as a beloved zoo attraction.

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Henry's Zoo Life

While Henry is the oldest, the title of largest crocodile belongs to Cassius, a 16-ft saltwater crocodile in Australia.

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The Largest Crocodile