World’s largest captive crocodile Cassius dies in Australia: ‘More than just a crocodile’ Cassius was thought to be more than 110 years old The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2024
A 'sweetheart': Cassius the record-breaking croc dies Cassius the saltwater crocodile has died at the age of 121, or thereabouts, after spending 37 years in captivity being cared for by his capturer and keeper. AAP · Nov 2, 2024
Cassius, the world's largest captive crocodile, could be even bigger than we thought No one has measured Cassius since 2011, which is when the saltwater giant was awarded the Guinness World Record for the world's largest living crocodile in captivity. LiveScience · Aug 14, 2023
120-year-old Cassius is pushing limit of crocodile longevity — and he's got 'years to come,' expert says The ancient, 18-foot-long crocodile — the world's largest living in captivity — is healthy but occasionally displays signs of trauma from his troubled youth in the wild. LiveScience · Jun 26, 2023
World's largest captive croc turns 120, giving scientists 'serious knowledge on longevity' Researchers captured Cassius in 1984 because the "big old gnarly crocodile" was causing trouble on a cattle farm, and ferried him to Green Island, Australia, where he still lives today. LiveScience · Jun 7, 2023
Cassius the crocodile hits the 120-year milestone on his Green Island home The giant animal's birthday will be celebrated at its home on Green Island in the Great Barrier Reef. ABC News · Jun 4, 2023