Meet The World’s Oldest Crocodile—Alive Since 1900 And A Father To Over 10,000 Offspring!

Meet Henry. And nope, he’s not my pet dog, he’s a Nile Crocodile…Born in 1900, this ancient reptile will be turning 124 on December 16, 2024! 🐊

Henry was captured back in 1985 in Botswana’s Okavango Delta after causing a bit of a stir with his unprovoked attacks on livestock and children. But these days, he’s living the high life at Crocworld Conservation Center in South Africa. And here’s the kicker: this legendary croc has fathered over 10,000 offspring! Yeah you heard me…over TEN THOUSAND!

From feasting on fish, birds, and even buffalo, to surviving 120+ years and creating a croc empire, Henry is proof that Nile crocodiles are built to last. And with a lifespan stretching far beyond the average, this old-timer is still going strong—showing just how resilient and amazing these apex predators really are. Click the button below to read more!

Have you ever wanted to wear the exact same things Forrest does on one of his shoots? Or have you ever just wanted to have the same things Pat does? Because, who doesn’t wanna be Pat…right? Well, now you can! We’ve created this awesome Wild Times Amazon link where you can peep, and buy everything we love to use! Click the picture above to head straight there!

NEW species of Hammerhead Shark discovered!

Meet the Shovelbill Shark—a brand-new hammerhead species! Previously thought to be just another bonnethead shark, the Shovelbill has now been officially recognized thanks to DNA testing and physical measurements. It’s got a unique head shape, more vertebrae, and distinct genetic traits that set it apart from its bonnethead relatives.

This new species is named in honor of Paul Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, who made a huge impact on shark conservation through his Global Finprint foundation. But while the Shovelbill is exciting news, it’s also a reminder of the challenges hammerhead sharks face.

Bonnethead sharks (Sphyrna tiburo) are already listed as Endangered, and the Shovelbill is at risk too—mainly due to bycatch in gillnets. These small hammerheads are often overlooked, but they’re crucial to ocean ecosystems. Scientists are stressing the importance of conserving these species and working closely with local fishers to protect both the sharks and the cultural heritage they represent.

The discovery of the Shovelbill Shark highlights just how much we still have to learn about these incredible creatures. Let’s make sure we’re doing everything we can to protect them before they’re gone!

Want to hear more? Click the link below to check out what the boys had to say about this cool new shark!

Almost a month on, it’s still so hard to process… Dingo was a dear friend, and we were lucky enough to have him on the pod last year at AnimalCon 2023. His infectious passion for reptiles, animals and conservation, unwavering dedication to the things he cared about the most, and kind heart touched many lives around the world, including all of us on the Wild Times team. His spirit always shone through, leaving a lasting mark on our podcast and our hearts. The void he leaves is immense, but he will never be forgotten, and his legacy will live on. Sending all our love and prayers to his beautiful family during this tough time. We’ll see you on the other side, buddy. ❤️

Happy Thanksgiving Brostners!!! Thank you all for the love and support, and we are truly thankful for you all! Speaking of Thanksgiving… we all love our Thanksgiving meals, right? Well some people love cooking Turkey's over a spit in Vanuatu, or having Ostrich deviled egg… yeah I don’t know where that came from either… But, if you wanna know what the guys’ would serve their guests at a non-traditional dinner, check out the latest Battle Royale!

In this episode, we discuss Dingo Dinkelman's passing, the world's oldest crocodile and his 10,000 kids, and a newly discovered species of shark. Enjoy!