[Hootowl99]

Yep, that was a pretty stupid and polyannish belief of the author. Crocs and alligators are not hope but are death by being an apex predator.

Within their environment, a mature croc and gator are virtually invincible. The primary predator of smaller crocs and gators are larger crocs and gators.

[TalBlack]

Within their environment, a mature croc and gator are virtually invincible.””

Though they do give a WIDE berth to Hippos and their young.