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Crocodylus niloticus |
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_African_crocodile
July: Young crocodiles start exploring the environment. Females continue to care for their offspring.
Extremely dangerous. Kills hundreds annually. Traditional hunting target in Africa. Skin widely used for leather goods production.
Inhabits rivers, lakes, and water bodies in Africa. Very aggressive and territorial. Feeds on fish, birds, and mammals.
Hunting from boat at dawn or dusk Use of bait and decoys Trapping and sniper hunting during breeding season
Hunting requires strict rules and permits. Be cautious — crocodile is aggressive and powerful. Best hunting season is the dry season.
Thick skin requires special processing. Meat should be cooled quickly and stored cold. Skin must be carefully prepared for leather production. Meat is sometimes consumed by locals.
Fillet: Frying, grilling, braising
Back: Smoking, roasting
Belly: Braising, soup
Back: Smoking, roasting
Belly: Braising, soup
Fried Nile Crocodile Fillet (Frying)
Tender meat with a mild chicken-like flavor
Tender meat with a mild chicken-like flavor
1. Cut fillet into pieces.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
2. Coat with flour and spices.
3. Fry until golden brown.
Grilled Nile Crocodile Back (Grilling)
Juicy meat with distinctive flavor
Juicy meat with distinctive flavor
1. Marinate meat with herbs and lemon.
2. Grill for 15-20 minutes.
3. Serve with barbecue sauce.
2. Grill for 15-20 minutes.
3. Serve with barbecue sauce.
Nile Crocodile Meat Vegetable Soup (Boiling)
Hearty and flavorful broth
Hearty and flavorful broth
1. Boil meat until tender.
2. Add vegetables and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.
2. Add vegetables and spices.
3. Cook until done and serve hot.