Australian Man Whacks 8-Foot Crocodile on Its Snout With a Frying Pan Sending the Reptile Running Back to the Water [Watch]

An Australian guy was seen on tape using nothing more than a frying pan to repel a giant crocodile. The shocking incident at the Goat Island Lodge in Australia's Northern Territory was caught on camera when Kai Hansen stood his ground against the charging 8-foot croc.

The trouble-making reptile turned around and sped back to the water after receiving two blows from the man using a frying pan.

Australian Man Hits Giant Crocodile With a Frying Pan

Hansen claimed the crocodile started acting aggressively after straying near the famous location, Daily Mail reported.

Armed with a heavy-bottom saucepan, Hansen headed down to the river to ensure the road was secure for travelers. He hit the crocodile with the frying pan on its snout like it was no big thing despite the monster racing toward him with enormous vigor.

The animal was startled by Hansen's antics and ran back to the water fairly fast, leaving everyone startled and in splits.

According to the account, Hansen wouldn't allow another crocodile to prowl since a 9-foot croc had previously devoured his beloved dog Dumb Blonde in 2018.

Hansen claimed he is not afraid despite the heartache and constant risks the reptile brings.

Crocodiles in Australia a 'Common' Thing

Goat Island Lodge is a well-liked destination for travelers hoping to get up and personal with crocs, according to 9 News.

Hansen, known as "King Kai," lives on the island alongside his beloved pet crocodile Casey. However, when Fred, the saltwater crocodile who charged at him, moved in, Casey started to climb up in the walkway near the island's heliport.

"My kingdom has the only croc-infested moat all around it," Hansen said.

Fred has grown bigger than Casey and it becomes a problem. However, according to Hansen, it will be solved if they get rid of Fred.

A croc recovery team was dispatched to the island to relocate Fred, which thrilled Hansen. He stressed that an encounter with Fred doesn't happen every day, but he must stay safe and take action.

Hansen continued that no one was wounded, and the croc learned a valuable lesson.

Twitter, unsurprisingly, praised Hansen for his valiant croc-shaming. In reaction to the video, one person wrote, "Crocodile comes at ya, grab the pan! #australia #funny."

Another person jokingly added that things are done differently in Australia, including beating the alligator or crocodile with a frying pan.

Are Saltwater Crocodiles Aggressive?

The Australian Backpacker's Guide claims that saltwater crocodiles, which can grow to a stunning seven meters in length, are more aggressive than freshwater crocodiles in the Land Down Under.

In a horrifying addition, the source mentions that crocodile attacks often occur in Australia. Attacks on people happen, although they are less common than attacks on animals or pets.

In Western Australia, a lake previously believed safe for swimmers was infested with an aggressive croc, who attacked a woman last month.

The woman was brought to the hospital and was already in a stable condition, according to Newsweek.

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