Second crocodile sighting closes Manton Dam to water activities hours after reopening
The popular spot was previously closed on Thursday after a 3m saltwater crocodile was alleged spotted.
Rangers from Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife carried out a four-night survey of the area over the weekend. During that time, they reported seeing no crocodiles that large and only saw freshwater crocodiles which are 'generally not considered dangerous'.
A spokesperson for Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife announced on Monday morning that the dam would reopen to the public at midday.
As a precaution, they said they have three crocodile traps in place which are checked each week and monthly spotlight surveys are carried out throughout the year.
However, at 4.30pm, it was announced that the dam was closed to all in-water activities apart from fishing and boating.
A spokesperson said they had received footage of a crocodile in the area and would need to carry out additional surveys to try and locate it.
'While the species is unable to be verified, we are acting in good faith and taking the matter seriously,' they said.
'Crocodiles can become survey and trap shy.
'Our park rangers will have a couple of nights without survey but will need to conduct additional surveys later this week in efforts to locate it.
'This may again require a full closure.'
Those wishing to visits any parks were urged to monitor the official website for updates as areas may need to be closed at short notice.
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