New trap to lure out Mary River croc

SPOTTED: The 3.5m saltwater crocodile on the bank of the Mary River upstream from Maryborough. Source: The Courier-Mail

WILDLIFE rangers on the hunt for an elusive saltwater crocodile on the prowl near Maryborough are hoping a new trap will finally net the beast.

The 3.5-metre salty has evaded capture for more than nine months since it was first spotted in the Mary River at Maryborough, well south of the species' normal range.

Earlier this week the crocodile, which locals have dubbed "the Mary River croc", was spotted 10km upstream from existing traps.

"Rangers have set a mesh trap in the new location with a "starter bait" outside to pique the errant crocodile's interest," Queensland Environment Minister Andrew Powell said.

A full bait will be put inside the trap within a few days.

Mr Powell said it was important to be careful around the Mary River, especially in the Saltwater Creek and Beaver Rock area where traps are located.

"If a member of the public sees the croc, it's important they contact EHP (the Department of Environment and Heritage Protection) as soon as possible to allow us to investigate immediately," he said.

The normal range for crocodiles in Queensland is from Cape York Peninsula to Gladstone, 280km north of Maryborough.

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