The organizers of the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane (Australia) have made a surprising decision to hold rowing competitions on the Fitzroy River, which is the natural habitat of one of the most dangerous predators on the planet - saltwater crocodiles. Despite initial concerns, Rowing Australia and the organizing committee of the Games have agreed to the proposal of the Queensland authorities, MIR 24 reports.
The Fitzroy River, located in the central part of the state and flowing into the Coral Sea, is a unique but extremely risky choice for sporting competitions. The saltwater crocodiles that inhabit this body of water are among the oldest and most dangerous reptiles on the planet. These predators reach impressive sizes - up to six meters in length and weigh 750-900 kilograms.
The biological features of these reptiles are amazing. They have excellent vision, and are able to see both underwater and on land at a considerable distance. Saltwater crocodiles can exist in both fresh and sea water, which makes them incredibly adaptive predators. Their powerful jaws allow them to cope with almost any prey.
The habitat of these crocodiles extends far beyond Australia - from the eastern regions of India and Sri Lanka to the countries of Southeast Asia, including the islands of Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
