Frustrated Crocodile Throws Tantrums After Unsuspicious Zebra Escapes Its Attack [Watch]; Crocs Temper Explained

A crocodile was tailing an unsuspicious zebra, who smoothly escaped its attack. The apex predator was visibly frustrated after missing the target.

Crocodile Missed Its Target

Living in the animal kingdom is a matter of survival. This is evident in a video acquired by Hindustan Times.

The outlet noted how frustrated the apex predator was when it failed to attack the zebra it was tailing.

The croc fell short of grabbing the prey and threw tantrums by making splashes in the water. A video of the encounter was shared on Twitter, garnering several reactions from netizens. Many found it hilarious, and several joked about it.

One jokingly said they could hear "heavy profanity" from the croc. Another user added the animal was "visibly frustrated," while a different netizen commented that she could feel the croc's seething anger.

A different commenter said the zebra was so chilled because it was unaware of the impending danger. Thankfully, it survived unscathed, as the crocodile couldn't even touch it.

One was seemingly not surprised as he was aware that it was natural. However, the netizen said it was "scary."

Crocodile Vs. Alligator's Temper

Alligators and crocodiles are often mistaken as they have the same looks, except for the shape of their snouts, making it easier to distinguish one from the other. Although both reptiles are apex predators, one is more aggressive than the other.

Although both are undoubtedly dangerous, alligators are less aggressive than crocodiles, according to New Orleans Kayak Swamp Tours. If humans approach an alligator, they usually try to flee by moving toward the nearest body of water.

The only circumstances in which wild alligators would strike are when they are startled, provoked, or defending their young. Alligators are inherently wary of people, but regular interaction can shed some of that wariness.

Feeding them is rarely a good idea unless under carefully controlled circumstances, as they will lose part of their fear and start to view people as a food source. Pets and young children can also be taken for prey by them. On the other hand, crocodiles are significantly more aggressive and much more prone to attack people, even without being provoked.

The Nile and Australian saltwater crocodiles are usually regarded as the two most deadly species in the world. In a previous report from Science Times, a fisherman went missing while fishing in Kennedy River in Queensland. Days after the incident, two giant crocodiles were killed, and a body was found in one of the beasts' remains after conducting necropsies.

On the other hand, American crocodiles are among the more timid species you may encounter and hardly ever attack people. Although attacks by either animal are extremely rare, alligators are more likely than crocodiles to attack you in the US.

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