What Is the Largest Crocodile Ever Recorded?

Discover the largest crocodile ever seen—Lolong, a 20-foot saltwater crocodile recognized by Guinness World Records.

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Lolong, a saltwater crocodile from the Philippines, holds the title for the largest crocodile ever seen. He measured 20 feet 3 inches (6.17 meters) in length and weighed 2,370 pounds (1,075 kilograms). Captured in 2011, Lolong was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest crocodile in captivity before his passing in 2013.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Who was Lolong the crocodile? Lolong was a saltwater crocodile from the Philippines, recognized as the largest crocodile ever seen, measuring over 20 feet in length.
  2. How big was the largest crocodile ever recorded? The largest recorded crocodile was Lolong, measuring 20 feet 3 inches (6.17 meters) long and weighing 2,370 pounds (1,075 kilograms).
  3. Where was the largest crocodile captured? Lolong, the largest crocodile recorded, was captured in the Philippines in 2011.