A multidisciplinary team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE) has just demonstrated that the scales on the head of crocodiles arise from the mechanics of growing tissues without genetic involvement.

The iconic crocodile who starred in hit film Crocodile Dundee has died, his zoo has announced. Crocosaurus Cove, where Burt had been kept since 2008, said he passed away "peacefully" over the weekend.

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It’s a sad day in Hollywood. Burt, the Saltwater crocodile many may recognize from the 1986 comedy Crocodile Dundee, has reportedly passed away. The crocodile was estimated to be over 80 years old.

Burt, the huge crocodile that rose to fame with a cameo in the movie "Crocodile Dundee" and continued to impress visitors with his fiery temper and commanding presence, has died.Burt died over the ...

Reptile icon Burt, who appeared alongside actor Paul Hogan in the 1986 blockbuster Crocodile Dundee, has died at an estimated age of 90. The reptile’s caretakers at Crocosaurus Cove in ...

DARWIN, Australia (WJW) — The iconic saltwater crocodile who starred in the 1986 Australian classic Crocodile Dundee has died. Burt, the beloved crocodile, passed away peacefully over the ...

before reappearing an hour later with Nurhawati’s body still in its mouth. Locals ventured into the waters in boats, throwing chicken at the crocodile to try and distract it from the dead body.