See Ya’ Later Crocodile - As One Australian Saltwater Crocodile Leaves for Texas
ORLANDO, FLA: (August 2, 2007) –Gwendolyn, an 11-foot Australian Saltwater Crocodile, will leave Gatorland today for the last time as the theme park transfers ownership of the crocodile to Gary Saurage and his team at the new attraction, Gator Country in Beaumont, Texas.
Gwendolyn is an adult 11-foot, female Australian Saltwater Crocodile that has been on display at Gatorland for nine years. One of the original crocodiles featured as part of the Jungle Crocs of the World Exhibit, Gwendolyn was part of a large Saltwater Crocodile breeding colony that produced numerous offspring over the past few years.
The relocation of Gwendolyn, the Australian Saltwater Crocodile, is part of the theme park’s initiative to expand their efforts to rejuvenate the rare American Crocodile species. The theme park is one of only a few locations throughout the United States to have an adult breeding colony. Currently cohabiting with alligators in the 16-acre main lake at the theme park, the American Crocodiles will be moved to the exhibit area previously occupied by the Saltwater Crocodiles where they can have their own space to occupy.
Gatorland is a 110-acre theme park and wildlife preserve, combining “Old Florida” charm with exciting, new exhibits and entertainment. The park opened as a roadside attraction in 1949. Today, it provides affordable family fun with thousands of alligators, crocodiles, an aviary, breeding marsh with observation tower, petting zoo, nature walk, educational wildlife programs, gift shop, Florida’s best train-ride, restaurant, the new Gator Gully Splash Park and much more. And don’t miss the one-of-a-kind reptilian shows including the Gator Wrestlin’ Show, Gator Jumparoo, the Up-close Encounters and the all new Critters Corner show featuring the softer side of Gatorland. To find out more about “Orlando’s only Theme Park with Bite and Attitude,” visit us online at: www.gatorland.com or call 1-800-393-JAWS.
Gator Country is located 10 miles west of Beaumont, Texas. The attraction features a wide variety of animals including numerous species of crocodiles, huge alligators, alligator snapping turtles and much more. For more information on Gator Country, call (409) 794-WILD or visit www.gatorcountrytx.com. .