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Crocodile (died 2024)Burt was a saltwater crocodile that starred in the 1986 film Crocodile Dundee. He died in December 2024, estimated to be at least 90 years old.
Burt was named for Burt Reynolds, and was cast in Crocodile Dundee a few years after being captured in the wild. From 2008, he lived at Crocosaurus Cove, a crocodile sanctuary in Darwin, where he attempted to predict election results. Staff there noted his "fiery temperament". He died at Crocosaurus Cove on the weekend of 21–22 December 2024.
References
- Yossman, K. J. (23 December 2024). "Burt, Reptilian Star of 'Crocodile Dundee,' Dies at More Than 90 Years Old". Variety. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- Saad, Nardine (23 December 2024). "Burt, the hot-tempered croc from 'Crocodile Dundee,' dies at 90". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- Newey, Sarah (23 December 2024). "Tributes paid to Crocodile Dundee star with 'challenging personality'". Daily Telegraph.
- Saunders, Emma (23 December 2024). "The crocodile from Crocodile Dundee dies in Australia". BBC News.
- Atta, Grace (23 December 2024). "Celebrity crocodile Burt, of Crocodile Dundee fame, dies at Crocosaurus Cove". ABC News.
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