Sydney: New Holland Publishers, (2026. third edition). Octavo, paperback, colour photographs.

This new, fully updated edition of the classic title Australian Crocodiles: A Natural History uncovers the ‘private lives’ of both Freshwater and Saltwater Crocodiles, taking a detailed and eye-opening look into the world of these iconic reptiles. Chapters cover the reproduction, growth, movement, behaviour, habitats and foods of the two Australian croc species. There are also sections examining attacks on humans, the history of crocodile hunting and crocodile farming in Australia and the surveying, catching and handling of these impressive reptiles. There is also a section outlining the other species of crocodile found around the world. The book was first published in 1989 and much has happened since then to increase our knowledge and understanding of these awesome animals. This new edition incorporates all the latest information and images, as well as maintaining valuable historic data and old photos, in particular charting the evolving relationships between humans and crocs over the decades as the mindset has changed from hunting to conservation. The expert authors have collated all the latest information and photos to make this the most up-to-date ‘must-have’ volume available on the subject.