Crocodile spotted near future Olympic rowing course in Australia
A large crocodile was spotted in the Fitzroy River in Rockhampton, Australia. The predator was seen near the site where the Olympic rowing course is planned to be built.
Rockhampton has been selected as one of the venues for the 2032 Olympic Games, which will be hosted by Brisbane. Rowing events were set to take place on the Fitzroy River, but the appearance of the crocodile has raised questions about the safety of allowing athletes on the water.
The Queensland Department responsible for environmental protection has already begun an inspection. Specialists must determine where exactly the animal lives and whether it poses a threat to people.
Rowing Australia has stated that it is concerned about the situation. They believe the issue of athlete safety must be resolved long before the start of the competitions.
Crocodiles are not uncommon in the Fitzroy River: the river lies near the southern boundary of the saltie crocodile's range, and they are occasionally spotted within Rockhampton. However, this particular feature may now impact preparations for the Olympics.
