Burt, the Dundee crocodile, dies in Australia

The crocodile that starred within the hit Eighties movie Crocodile Dundee has died in Australia.

Burt, regarded as in his 90s, appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski within the 1986 movie.

Information of his demise was confirmed by workers at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, a reptile and aquarium attraction the place Burt had lived since 2008.

In an announcement posted on Instagramthe wildlife heart wrote: “It’s with nice disappointment that we announce the passing of Burt, the long-lasting saltwater crocodile and star of the Australian basic Crocodile Dundee.

“Burt handed away peacefully this weekend, estimated to have been in his 90s, marking the top of an unbelievable period.”

Within the movie, the character Mick Dundee (Hogan) swaps the Australian outback for the jungles of New York after assembly American journalist Sue Charlton (Kozlowski), who finally ends up falling in love with him.

The crocodile is famously featured within the scene the place Kozlowski’s character is attacked as she kneels by a stream.

Burt, who was captured within the Eighties within the Reynolds River within the Northern Territory, was described by Crocasourus Cove as having a “daring” character.

“Burt was a confirmed bachelor – an angle he clearly demonstrated throughout his early years on a crocodile farm,” the middle’s assertion continued.

“His fiery temperament earned him the respect of his keepers and guests alike, as he embodied the uncooked, untamed spirit of the saltwater crocodile.”

“Burt was really one in all a sort. He was not only a crocodile; he was a pressure of nature and a reminder of the facility and majesty of those unbelievable creatures.

“Whereas his character will be difficult, it’s also what made him so memorable and beloved by those that labored with him and by the hundreds of people that visited him through the years.

The assertion concluded: “Guests from around the globe have been amazed by its spectacular dimension and commanding presence, notably at mealtimes. »

It isn’t unusual for saltwater crocodiles to dwell previous 70 years, particularly in captivity.

Burt can be honored with a commemorative signal on the attraction.

Crocodile Dundee stays the highest-grossing Australian movie of all time, grossing $47,707,598 (Australian {dollars}).

It additionally spawned two sequels, 1988’s Crocodile Dundee II and 2001’s Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles.

Hogan and Kozlowski married in 1990 however later divorced.

A documentary concerning the making of the movie is anticipated to be launched subsequent 12 months.