How to Hunt a Crocodile

Select a known crocodile habitat. An experienced guide will already know where to go. Place bait along the water's edge. Crocodiles eat meat and will take to just about any piece of meat used. Chickens, large fish, or beef lungs work well to attract a crocodile. Remember, the smellier the bait, the faster a crocodile will come to it. Anchor the bait so the croc cannot drag it into the water. Climb a tree and wait. Be prepared to wait a long time because crocodiles are cautious animals. They will flee into the water at the slightest provocation.

Take aim once a crocodile has taken the bait. Be precise. Aim for the spot midway between the eyes and ear ridges and about two inches lower. This is where the golf ball-sized brain is. If this shot is not an option, aim for the spine where it meets the skull. Don't worry if you miss. A crocodile isn't very smart and will return to the bait within a few hours.

If killing a crocodile is not what you had in mind, place a live trap in the area it has been spotted, along its known route, to capture it without hurting or killing it. There are three different kinds of traps that can be used: a soft mesh trap, a gate trap, and a floating trap. Use the trap that meets your needs in a particular area. Bait the trap with meat and wait. Once a croc is trapped, contact trained handlers to transfer the animal to a safe and more appropriate area.

Know the regulations in the area where you plan to hunt. Each area has specific rules for the length and gender of crocodiles you can hunt. Book a safari or tour guide if you are unsure of the area. This is the safest and easiest way to hunt crocodiles. Experienced guides can almost always guarantee a successful hunt.