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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
National
Graham Readfearn

More decapitated crocodiles found in Queensland amid reports of body part black market

Saltwater crocodile
The deaths and beheadings of several large crocodiles near the remote town of Normanton, Queensland, are being investigated by wildlife officers. Photograph: Alan Porritt/AAP

Queensland wildlife officers are investigating the deaths and beheadings of several large crocodiles near the remote town of Normanton, in what appears to be a growing problem in the state.

Rangers from the Carpentaria Land Council Aboriginal Corporation (CLAC) have reported six crocodiles shot in the past two months, with some of the dead carcasses missing their heads.

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