“In Australia, the famous crocodile who starred in the legendary movie Burt, a 90-year-old crocodile who starred in the movie “Crocodile Dundee” in 1986, died in an Australian shelter. The 5-meter-long, 700 kg reptile was known for its independent nature and became a symbol of Australian wildlife.”, — write on: unn.ua
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Burt, the 5.1m 700kg monster crocodile from the comedy adventure film starring Paul Hogan, has died in captivity in Darwin, Australia.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Bert, the legendary saltwater crocodile and hero of the Australian classic play Mr. Crocodile Dundee,” reads the social media pages of Crocosaurus Cove, the sanctuary where he lived.
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Burt, the central character of the action comedy about Australian crocodile hunter Mick Dundee (Paul Hogan) and journalist Sue Charlton (Linda Kozlowski), was caught in the Reynolds River in the 1980s.
It was 5.1 meters long and weighed 700 kilograms.
Burt is credited with helping to shape Australia’s image as a land of stark natural beauty and spectacular wildlife, aided by his striking appearance.
“Bert was truly one of a kind. He was not just a crocodile – he was the embodiment of powerful nature, a reminder of the power and majesty of these incredible creatures,” the Great Reptile Zoo in Australia’s Northern Territory said on social media.
“In 2008, Bert joined Crocosaurus Cove, where he became a fierce and passionate ambassador for crocodile education. Known for his independent nature, Bert was a confident bachelor, an attitude he clearly expressed in his earlier years at the crocodile farm.”
In 2015, Burt made headlines after two drunk teenagers broke into his enclosure to taunt the animal.
The teenagers, described by police as “a bit tipsy”, made their way into Crocodile Cove and started teasing the terrifying crocodile.
“At about 4.00am we got a call from a security guard … he, God bless his cotton socks, gave chase and the two suspects set up camp,” Superintendent Del Jones said, according to Nine News.
The pair threw objects into the crocodile’s enclosure, including a wet floor sign and a pink buoy, before being scared off by a security guard.
Fans and visitors shared their memories of Burt on social media, describing the excitement they felt when they were able to get up close to the huge reptile.
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