American crocodiles making a come back in South Florida thanks in part to FPL canals

Cristian Benavides reports human-made canals are part of what’s helping the crocs feel at home again.

[@capElijah]

Are American crocodiles bigger than the alligators

[@southwesthardypalms]

Yes, american crocodiles are one of the biggest crocodilians on earth. They can reach upwards of 19-20 feet, and they prefer saltier water than alligators

[@claudiorabsten7179]

costa rica and mexico can give florida more crocodiles

[@coastalcowboy928]

why do we want these around again?

[@Turkalicious1388]

Turkey point cooling canals are a huge radiator for the nuclear reactor that can be seen from space! Reptiles love it! Homestead Air force is a few miles NW and Homestead speedway is just West of turkey point.

[@Tuglife912]

You are correct the Florida Power & Light Turkey Point Nuclear and Combined Cycle Gas Turbine Power Plant with its Cooling Canals for Units 3&4 ( Nuclear ☢️ ) is just East of Homestead Air Reserve Base and Homestead Miami Speedway. Glad these Crocodiles are making a comeback!

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